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Why was heavy water important in early nuclear energy research?
AServed as a neutron moderator
BAbsorbed nearly all neutrons
CActed as the nuclear fuel
DWorked as a coolant gas
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Served as a neutron moderator
Heavy water slows neutrons while capturing few of them, which suits a moderator.
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