Chemical Engineering - Nuclear Power Engineering

11.
Radioactive decay is a __________ change.
chemical
nuclear
physical
none of these
Answer: Option
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12.
A moderator __________ the neutrons.
slows down
absorbs
accelerates
reflects
Answer: Option
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13.
Thorium can be converted into U-233 in a __________ reactor.
liquid metal cooled
fast breeder
thermal
swimming pool
Answer: Option
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14.
Nuclear fuel generally used in reactors is uranium oxide instead of uranium, because the former has higher
melting point, hence can be subjected to higher temperature.
density ; hence core volume for a given power output would be smaller.
resistance to effects of irradiation.
all (a), (b) and (c).
Answer: Option
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15.
Nuclear fuel complex, Hyderabad is engaged in the job of
manufacture of nuclear fuel elements/assemblies .
processing of uranium ore.
treatment of spent fuel.
none of these.
Answer: Option
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