Paper I · 2 General Science & Technology · 2.10 Nuclear technology

2.10.2 Nuclear reactor: components, types and research reactors (Apsara, CIRUS, Dhruva)

A reactor uses fuel, a moderator to slow neutrons, control rods to absorb them and a coolant to carry heat; India's early research reactors at Trombay (Apsara, CIRUS, Dhruva) trained the programme.

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Key terms

  • moderator
  • control rod
  • coolant
  • heavy water
  • PHWR
  • BWR
  • PWR
  • VVER
  • Apsara
  • CIRUS
  • Dhruva
  • Zerlina
  • Purnima
  • Kamini
  • FBTR

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