Atoms And Nuclei Question 201
Question: In a working nuclear reactor, Cadmium rods, (control rods) are used to [CPMT 2003; MP PMT 2004]
Options:
A) Speed up neutrons
B) Slow down neutrons
C) Absorb some neutrons
D) Absorb all neutrons
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Cadmium rods absorb the neutrons so they are used to control the chain reaction process.