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xclash

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on: Jul 28, 2018
Why is there a radioactive source in a smoke detector?
 a. It makes the smoke particles radioactive.
  b. It ionizes the air.
  c. It powers the alarm when the battery wears out.
  d. none of the above

Question 2

What does the moderator do in a nuclear reactor?
 a. It is a safety feature that limits the nuclear reaction.
  b. It absorbs neutrons.
  c. It slows down neutrons.
  d. none of the above


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lindahyatt42

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Reply #1 on: Jul 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


xclash

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Reply 2 on: Jul 28, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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