Three Essential Components of a Nuclear Reactor Are: a Fissionable

Multiple Choice

Three essential components of a nuclear reactor are: a fissionable fuel , control rods, and

A) tritium to speed up the neutrons.
B) lead to stop the neutrons.
C) a radioactive substance to keep the reaction going.
D) a "scrubber" to prevent radioactive isotopes from getting into the environment.
E) a coolant to transfer the heat from the reactor to the turbine.