Nuclear Fission Flashcards
1
Q
What do the fuel rods do in a nuclear fission reactor?
A
The fuel rods contain the nuclei that undergo fission.
2
Q
What does the moderator do in a nuclear fission reactor?
A
The moderator slows down fast neutrons.
3
Q
What do the control rods do in a nuclear fission reactor?
A
The control rods absorb neutrons to slow down the reaction.
4
Q
What does the cooling system do in a nuclear fission reactor?
A
The cooling system cools the reactor and transfers heat to the boiler.
5
Q
What does the containment vessel do in a nuclear fission reactor?
A
The containment vessel absorbs neutrons and radiation.
6
Q
What is diffraction?
A
The spreading out of waves when they go through a gap or past the edge of a barrier.
