Atoms And Nuclei Question 207
Question: Fast neutrons can easily be slowed down by [IIT 1994]
Options:
A) The use of lead shielding in radiation protection
B) Passing them through water is not a scientifically accurate description. The correct term is “passing them through a solvent” or “dissolving them in water.”
C) Elastic collisions with heavy nuclei
D) Applying a strong electric field
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Heavy water is used as moderators in nuclear reactions to slow down the neutrons.
BETA
