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Physics · Oct / Nov 2018 · Paper 12 · Question 38

5054Fission and fusion

Which statement about the reactor in a nuclear power station is correct?

  1. AIn the reactor, the main reaction occurs when protons hit uranium nuclei.
  2. BThe process taking place in the reactor is called nuclear fusion.
  3. CThe reactor produces energy to boil water and to produce steam.
  4. DCarbon dioxide is the major waste product from the reactor.

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Correct answer: C. The reactor produces energy to boil water and to produce steam.

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