Question
Which material is used as a moderator in a nuclear power
plant that slows down the neutrons and makes them fit for causing fission?Solution
In a nuclear power plant, materials such as graphite  or heavy water (deuterium oxide, D₂O) are used as moderators. These materials slow down the neutrons, making them more likely to cause fission when they interact with nuclear fuel.
Which one of the following is not a measure to reduce the risk?
Scientific name of soybean is:
With reference to crop rotation which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1. Legume must be followed by a non-legume.
2. Deep ro...
Which of the following is used in neutron moisture meter as neutron source?Â
Pineapple disease is associated with which crop?
Which insect pest exhibits a behavior of moving in an army, destroying fields, and feeding voraciously on all types of vegetation?
Cyano-bacteria is classified underÂ
An extreme modification in the order Diptera, where hind wings are reduced to nubs used for balance and direction during flight is
The aromatic plant used to provide delicate fragrance for floral decoration, bouquets isÂ
Which is not a seed quality analysis?
