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O-LevelPhysicsNuclear Physics5054/12 · Oct/Nov 2018 · Q381 Mark

Which statement about the reactor in a nuclear power station is correct?

AIn the reactor, the main reaction occurs when protons hit uranium nuclei.
BThe process taking place in the reactor is called nuclear fusion.
CThe reactor produces energy to boil water and to produce steam.
DCarbon dioxide is the major waste product from the reactor.

✓ Correct answer

C: The reactor produces energy to boil water and to produce steam.

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Nuclear Physics, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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O-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 38.

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