Civil Services Prep

Distinguish between a Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) and a thermal nuclear reactor. In the context of the first indigenously developed prototype FBR at Kalpakkam, explain the term 'criticality'. What are its implications for the clean energy future of our country?

Model answer

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