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Which long-term consequence arises from reactor fission product accumulation?

A)Neutron absorption cross-section increases.
B)Moderator effectiveness permanently improves.
C)Criticality incidents become nearly impossible.
D)Fuel pellet thermal conductivity spikes.

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Neutron ‘poisoning’ occurs because specific isotopes formed during fission exhibit high neutron absorption cross-sections; therefore, the reactor's ability to sustain nuclear fission decreases steadily, rather than improving moderator efficiency or preventing criticality under all start-up circumstances.

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