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Which outcome reduces kinetic energy of neutrons during nuclear fission?

A)Heavy water moderation
B)Isotopic enrichment increase
C)Fuel rod decomposition
D)Control rod malfunction

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Slowing neutrons improves fission efficiency because moderation increases the probability of neutron capture by Uranium-235, stimulating more fission. Heavy water moderation slows neutrons by inelastic scattering, rather than allowing them to escape, therefore increasing reaction chain.

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