Fast neutrons can be slowed down by passing them through heavy water .Justify your answer
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When fast neutrons pass through heavy water ,then their collision b/w neutrons and the water molecules. Due to the collision,there is an exchange of kinetic energy b/w them. The neutrons lose energy whereas water molecules gain energy and hence neutrons are slowed down.