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A nuclear reactor has half the length of all its control rods inserted in graphite. What must be done so that the reactor produces more heat? Explain your answer.
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07/08/2021 1:02 pm
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A nuclear reactor has half the length of all its control rods inserted in graphite. What must be done so that the reactor produces more heat? Explain your answer.
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07/08/2021 1:03 pm
The control rods should be withdrawn a little more from inside the reactor. This will increase the rate of nuclear fission process and hence more heat.
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