Safety aspects (A-level only)
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Reactor safety systems

Reactor safety systems

Labelled schematic of a nuclear reactor showing fuel rods, boron control rods, coolant, moderator, pressure vessel, and thick concrete biological shield Nuclear power involves a self-sustaining chain reaction and intense ionising radiation, so safety must be designed into the reactor from the start.

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