Question
In a nuclear reactor, what needs to be controlled so that dangerous explosions do not occur?
(1 point)
active molecules
various gasses
unstable atoms
hot liquids
(1 point)
active molecules
various gasses
unstable atoms
hot liquids
Answers
GPT-4o mini
In a nuclear reactor, it is essential to control **unstable atoms** (specifically, the fissionable materials like uranium or plutonium) to prevent dangerous explosions. Proper management of the nuclear fission process and the rate of reactions is key to ensuring safety.