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Water is used as a coolant in a nuclear reactor because of its
Water is used as a coolant in a nuclear reactor because of its
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
- high thermal expansion coefficient
- high specific heat capacity
- low density
- low boiling point
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The Correct Option is B
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Due to water's high specific heat capacity, it can absorb substantial heat without notable temperature fluctuation, thus serving as an efficient coolant.
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