Reactor Control - MCQs with answers

Reactor Control - MCQs with answers

Q1. When a nuclear reactor is operating, what does its multiplication factor K > 1, indicate?

a. Sub critical
b. Super critical
c. Constant power output or critical
d. Both (a) & (c).

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Q2. Operation of a nuclear reactor is controlled by controlling the multiplication factor (K), its power level can be____________.

a. By raising the value of K above 1 & keeping it at that raised level.
b. By raising the value of K above 1 but later bringing it back to K=1.
c. By lowering the value of K below 1 & keeping it at that lowered level.
d. By lowering the value of K below 1 but later bringing it back to K=1.

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Q3. Reflectors in the nuclear reactor are made of _______.

a. Beryllium
b. Cast iron
c. Boron
d. Steel

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