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... neutrons , and electrons . A proton is a positively charged mass located in the central part of the atom , known as the nucleus . A neutron , also located in the nucleus , has the same mass as the proton , but is not electrically ...
... neutrons , and electrons . A proton is a positively charged mass located in the central part of the atom , known as the nucleus . A neutron , also located in the nucleus , has the same mass as the proton , but is not electrically ...
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... neutrons . When a neutron starts the fission reaction , regular water serves as the moderator and the coolant . The thermal energy released from the fission reaction is transmitted to the water . In a direct cycle , the water in the ...
... neutrons . When a neutron starts the fission reaction , regular water serves as the moderator and the coolant . The thermal energy released from the fission reaction is transmitted to the water . In a direct cycle , the water in the ...
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... neutrons , alpha particles , beta particles , and gamma radiation . In ore mining and milling , the major radiation types are neutrons and alpha particles ( positively charged nuclear material ) . The rate of energy transfer is very ...
... neutrons , alpha particles , beta particles , and gamma radiation . In ore mining and milling , the major radiation types are neutrons and alpha particles ( positively charged nuclear material ) . The rate of energy transfer is very ...
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Energy | 4 |
FORMATION OF FOSSIL FUELS | 15 |
Boiler NOx Reduction | 28 |
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