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The function of the cadmium rod in a nuc...

The function of the cadmium rod in a nuclear reactor is

A

to produce rays

B

to produce neutrons

C

to absorb neutrons

D

to speed up neutrons

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c
Cadmium is used to absorb neutron.
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    A
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