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Nuclear Energy — Test

Question 17 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Which statement describes the function of control rods?

Answer
A
They release neutrons during fission reactions.
B
They undergo nuclear fission reactions.
C
They control the rate of reactions.
D
They directly convert water to steam.

Explanation

Control rods absorb neutrons in a nuclear reactor. By absorbing more or fewer neutrons, they control how quickly the chain reaction continues, so the correct choice is “They control the rate of reactions.”

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