16) Why is a moderator important for a fission chain reaction? (bonus) *

Question

• a. It keeps neutrons from escaping the sample.
B. It keeps neutrons from being absorbed by other isotopes.
• c. It allows neutrons to be absorbed by other fissionable nuclei.
D• It provides enough fuel to make enough energy.
1 point

Answer 1

B. It keeps neutrons from being absorbed by other isotopes.

Bonus: A moderator is important because it slows down the fast neutrons produced in fission reactions, making them more likely to be absorbed by other fissionable nuclei and sustain the chain reaction.