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Which rods are inserted into a nuclear reactor to control the fission chain reaction?

Correct answer D. Cadmium rods

Explanation

Cadmium readily absorbs neutrons, so lowering cadmium control rods into the core removes neutrons and slows or stops the chain reaction.

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