Thermal shield is used in high powered nuclear reactors to
(A) Protect the walls of the reactor from radiation damage
B) Absorb the fast neutrons
(C) Slow down the secondary neutrons
(D) Protect the fuel element from coming in contact with the coolant

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Answer :

(A) Protect the walls of the reactor from radiation damage

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