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What role does cadmium metal (Cd) play in a nuclear reactor?


▸ slows down the fission neutrons (moderator)

▸ transfers heat from the reactor to the heat exchanger (primary coolant)

▸ controls chain reaction (control rods)

▸ transfers heat from the condenser to the environment (cooling tower)

▸ undergoes fission (fuel rods)
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