CHARACTERISTICS OF NUCLEAR REACTIONS
The following are key characteristics of nuclear reactions. Involvement of atomic nuclei: Nuclear reactions involve changes in the atomic nuclei of atoms. These reactions can occur in both natural and artificial processes, such as radioactive decay or nuclear fission. Conservation…
FUNCTION OF BORON RODS, URANIUM-235 AND GRAPHITE MODERATORS IN AN OPERATING NUCLEAR REACTOR
1) Function of Boron Rods in an Operating Nuclear Reactor Boron rods are commonly used in nuclear reactors as a control mechanism to regulate the rate of fission reactions and maintain the desired power level. The primary function of boron…
NUCLEAR REACTIONS EXPLAINED
Introduction Nuclear reactions are processes that involve changes in the nuclei of atoms. These changes can result in the emission or absorption of particles and/or energy. There are two main types of nuclear reactions: Fusion: This is when two or…