Deuterium oxide is used in nuclear reactor as A. source of α-particle B. source of deuteron C. moderator D. fuel

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Muskan Anand

2 years ago

Heavy water or deuterium oxide is a form of water that contains a larger than normal amount of hydrogen isotope. It is used in nuclear reactors , where it acts as neutron moderators to slow down neutrons.

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