CEA Unit 3

What is the best claim based on the data in this graph?

• More cars are being made every year

• Electric cars are better than gas cars

• The number of electric cars worldwide is increasing

• Electric cars stopped being sold in 2019

What is the primary function of the CEA Unit 3 in a nuclear reactor?

• To control the rate of the nuclear reaction

• To provide cooling to the reactor core

• To generate electricity

• To monitor radiation levels

Which of the following materials is commonly used as a moderator in CEA Unit 3?

• Graphite

• Heavy water

• Light water

• Boron

In CEA Unit 3, what is the purpose of control rods?

• To absorb neutrons and regulate the fission process

• To provide structural support

• To transfer heat away from the reactor

• To generate steam

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What type of nuclear reaction is primarily utilized in CEA Unit 3?

• Fusion

• Fission

• Radioactive decay

• Beta decay

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Which of the following isotopes is most likely used as fuel in CEA Unit 3?

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How does CEA Unit 3 ensure the safety of the nuclear reactor?

• By using a containment structure

• By employing a cooling system

• By having multiple backup power sources

• All of the above

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What is the role of the coolant in CEA Unit 3?

• To slow down neutrons

• To absorb excess heat

• To increase the reaction rate

• To provide electrical insulation

Which of the following is a potential byproduct of the nuclear reactions in CEA Unit 3?

• Helium

• Carbon dioxide

• Radioactive waste

• Oxygen

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What is the significance of the neutron flux in CEA Unit 3?

• It determines the rate of the nuclear reaction

• It measures the temperature of the reactor

• It indicates the pressure inside the reactor

• It shows the efficiency of the cooling system