When the heat wave passes and temperatures become mild, electrical demand decreases. What needs to be done to reduce electricity output in response to this decreased demand?

To reduce electricity output, the reactor’s fission rate must be lowered. Lowering the control rods absorbs more neutrons, slowing the chain reaction and reducing the reactor’s power. Raising or removing the rods would allow more fission and increase output.

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