Slow-moving neutrons have a much larger absorption rate in 235U than fast neutrons produced by 235U* fission

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Slow-moving neutrons have a much larger absorption rate in 235U than fast neutrons produced by 235U* fission in a nuclear reactor. For that reason, reactors consist of moderators to slow down neutrons by elastic collisions. What elements are best to be used as moderators? Explain.
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Money, Banking, and the Financial System

ISBN: 978-0134524061

3rd edition

Authors: R. Glenn Hubbard, Anthony Patrick O'Brien

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