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What is heavy water used for?
What is heavy water used for?
SolitudeSeeker
Thu Nov 07 2024
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I'm curious about the applications of heavy water. Where and how is it commonly used?
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MichaelSmith
Sat Nov 09 2024
Heavy water plays a crucial role in certain nuclear reactors.
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LitecoinLodestar
Sat Nov 09 2024
Its primary function is to moderate the speed of neutrons.
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MysticMoon
Sat Nov 09 2024
By doing so, heavy water helps to maintain a controlled chain reaction.
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Raffaele
Fri Nov 08 2024
This moderation process is vital for the efficient operation of the reactor.
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KimchiChic
Fri Nov 08 2024
In addition to its moderating properties, heavy water also exhibits a low probability of absorbing neutrons.
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