Nuclear Power Plant Operations Quiz

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Which material is used to fabricate uranium fuel into ceramic pellets?

  • Cadmium
  • Lead (correct)
  • Boron
  • Plutonium

What is the main purpose of control rods in a nuclear reactor?

  • To absorb neutrons and regulate the fission reaction
  • To produce steam for electricity generation (correct)
  • To cool down the reactor core
  • To initiate the fission reaction

What is the primary function of a cooling tower in a nuclear power plant?

  • To cool down the reactor core
  • To dissipate excess heat from the condenser
  • To absorb neutrons and regulate the fission reaction
  • To produce steam for electricity generation (correct)

What is the role of the condenser in a nuclear power plant?

<p>To initiate the fission reaction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a nuclear power plant's containment building?

<p>To prevent the release of radioactive materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the emergency systems in a nuclear power plant?

<p>To address unexpected events such as backup cooling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary economic and environmental pros of nuclear power?

<p>Low greenhouse gas emissions during operation. High energy output from a small amount of fuel. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an ongoing development in the nuclear power industry?

<p>Ongoing research into advanced reactor designs for enhanced safety and efficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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