Neutron economy: effect of a reflector in a nuclear power plant Statement: In nuclear power plants, adding a reflector reduces the fuel requirement because more neutrons are returned to the core to sustain the chain reaction. Decide whether the statement is correct.
Mechanical Engineering
IC Engines and Nuclear Power Plants
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ATrue
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BFalse
Answer
Correct Answer: True
Explanation
ConceptA reflector surrounding the core scatters and returns leakage neutrons back into the fuel region, improving neutron economy. This allows achieving criticality with less fissile inventory or enhances margin for a given loading.
Final AnswerTrue