In a nuclear power plant, how does the presence of a reflector affect the amount of fuel required to produce enough neutrons for a sustained chain reaction?

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Published
23 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Using a reflector in a nuclear reactor reduces neutron leakage by reflecting neutrons back into the core. This means fewer fuel materials are needed to maintain the chain reaction, so the required fuel amount is less.

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