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Learning Objectives Induced fission by thermal neutrons;

Possibility of a chain reaction;

Critical mass;

Need for a moderator in thermal reactors;

Control of the reaction rate;

Factors influencing choice of material for moderator, control rods and coolant;

Examples of materials;

Safety aspects concerning fuel used, shielding, emergency shut-down, production, handling and disposal of active wastes;

Production of man-made nuclides and examples of their practical applications, e.g. in medical diagnosis

 Key QuestionsHow does a nuclear power station work?Is it safe?Key wordsNuclear reactor, moderator, control rods, transmutation