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  • 02-10-2021
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Describe how fission is controlled in nuclear reactors to produce energy

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  • 03-10-2021

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A neutron absorbing element must be present to control the amount of free neutrons in the reaction space. Most reactors are controlled by means of control rods that are made of a strongly neutron absorbent material such as boron or cadmium

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