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Nuclear reactors utilize uranium rods rich in ²³⁵U as fuel for fission reactions, which produce neutrons that can induce further fission in a chain reaction. Moderators, such as water or graphite, are used to slow down neutrons, while control rods made of neutron-absorbing materials regulate the reaction. The reactor is encased in thick concrete for radiation shielding, and the heat generated can be used to produce steam for electricity generation.
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