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oksuz_
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Hi,
In Gen 4 reactors, graphite is used as a moderator instead of water. Is it because of water's absorption cross section is higher than that of graphite? But as far as I know, you would need more graphite to thermalize neutrons. That is because water is commonly used in nuclear reactors. Is room not a problem in these type of reactors? thank you in advance.
In Gen 4 reactors, graphite is used as a moderator instead of water. Is it because of water's absorption cross section is higher than that of graphite? But as far as I know, you would need more graphite to thermalize neutrons. That is because water is commonly used in nuclear reactors. Is room not a problem in these type of reactors? thank you in advance.