1.2–Nuclear reactor
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The fuel used in nuclear ___________________ is a type of uranium made up of atoms that are naturally ___________________;
they will ___________________ and release particles known as neutrons.
When these neutrons hit other atoms, ___________________ atoms are formed, energy is released and so are more neutrons.
If the mass of uranium is big enough, this reaction goes on, releasing vast amounts of energy.
In the nuclear reactor, ___________________ are inserted into the uranium to control the neutrons.
With all the control rods in position, the ___________________gets under-way.
___________________ heat is produced which is carried by gas or liquid ___________________ and is used to drive a turbine that then generates electricity.
