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Cadmium and Broron rods are used in a nuclear reactor to

A

Slow down the nuetorns

B

Absorb excess number of thermal neutrons

C

speed up neutrons

D

absorb fast neutrons

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B
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    A
    moderator
    B
    control rods
    C
    coolant
    D
    protective shield

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    A
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    B
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    C
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    D
    the reactors look good

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    C
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    D
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