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  • Cd rod controls the ____ of reaction in nuclear reactor.
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Cd rod controls the ____ of reaction in nuclear reactor.

  1. Einstein

  2. Speed

  3. Slowed

  4. Velocity

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Explanation

Cadmium rods are used as control rods in nuclear reactors because they are excellent neutron absorbers. By inserting or withdrawing them, the operator controls the rate (speed) of the chain reaction.

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