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bobypop

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A self-amplifying reaction and a nuclear explosion in a nuclear power plant are prevented in large part by
 
  A) the regular addition of uranium-239 to the fuel.
  B) control rods that absorb extra neutrons.
  C) the production of plutonium-239.
  D) fuel rods that absorb tremendous amounts of heat.

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In the summer, the heater on an automobile still works well, even though you do not need it. This is because the heater in a car draws on surplus heat generated when gas is used to power the engine.
 
  This extra heat, wasted in the summer, is produced as a result of the A) Law of the Conservation of Momentum.
  B) First Law of Thermodynamics.
  C) Law of Inertia.
  D) Second Law of Thermodynamics.


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xMRAZ

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


bobypop

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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