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In a nuclear reactor the function of the...

In a nuclear reactor the function of the Moderator is to decrease

A

number of neutrons

B

speed of neutrons

C

escape of neutrons

D

temperature of the reactor

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In a nuclear reactor, the moderator is used to decrease the speed of neutrons.
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