Reflector in nuclear plants is used to

A Return the neutrons back into the core
B Shield the radioactivity completely
C Check pollution
D Conserve energy

Correct Answer: Return the neutrons back into the core

A reflector is a region of unfueled material surrounding the core. Its function is to scatter neutrons that leak from the core, thereby returning some of them back into the core. This design feature allows for a smaller core siz
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