Question

How is the heat generated by the reactor core of a nuclear power plant used to provide power to buildings?
a.
It is used directly to heat homes and offices.
b.
It generates steam, which turns a turbine, powering a generator.
c.
It generates steam, which is then condensed back to water. This process produces energy.
d.
All of the above


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

The reactor's heat boils water to make steam that drives a turbine connected to an electrical generator. (Condensing the steam back to water is part of the cycle but does not itself produce the electricity; direct building heating is only used in special cogeneration setups.)