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Why are we able to use nuclear energy for practical purposes?
The reactions are controlled to regulate energy output.
The reactions are uncontrolled for maximum energy output.
All of the products are fed back into the reaction to keep it going.
All of the products are immediately removed to inhibit more reactions.
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"The reactions are controlled to regulate energy output."
Explanation: Practical nuclear power relies on a controlled fission chain reaction (using control rods, moderators, fuel geometry and coolant) so the rate of neutron-induced fissions — and thus heat output — can be held at a steady, safe level. Uncontrolled reactions produce explosions (weapons). Fission products are not all fed back into the reaction, nor are they all immediately removed; some neutrons sustain the chain while others are absorbed or lost, and fission products build up and are managed as part of reactor operation and fuel handling.
Explanation: Practical nuclear power relies on a controlled fission chain reaction (using control rods, moderators, fuel geometry and coolant) so the rate of neutron-induced fissions — and thus heat output — can be held at a steady, safe level. Uncontrolled reactions produce explosions (weapons). Fission products are not all fed back into the reaction, nor are they all immediately removed; some neutrons sustain the chain while others are absorbed or lost, and fission products build up and are managed as part of reactor operation and fuel handling.
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