The size of a reactor at which the chain reaction can be initiated (i. – McqOptions

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1.	The size of a reactor at which the chain reaction can be initiated (i.e. when system becomes critical) with just enough fissionable material (called critical mass of fuel) is known as critical size of reactor.
A.	Correct
B.	Incorrect
Answer» B. Incorrect

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