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Question : Which of the following is used as control rods in Atomic reactor?

Option 1: Sodium

Option 2: Uranium

Option 3: Graphite

Option 4: Boron


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Correct Answer: Boron


Solution : The correct option is - Boron

Atomic reactor control rods are made of boron . The fission rate of uranium and plutonium is regulated using control rods that have a high neutron absorption capacity without self-decaying. The rod can also be formed of silver, indium, and cadmium in addition to boron .

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