B.P.S.C. School Teacher/Headmaster 09.12.2023
D₂O is used in nuclear reactors-'
aAs an engine
bAs a source of deuterons
cAs a moderator✓ Correct
dMore than one of the above
eNone of the above
Explanation
D₂O is made of two atoms of deuterium (D) and one atom of oxygen (O). D₂O is known as heavy water. In nuclear reactors, heavy water (D₂O) is used as a moderator.
general-science