In an atomic reactor,the kinetic energy of fast-moving neutrons can be reduced by colliding them with:

  • A
    Oxygen atoms in heavy water
  • B
    Lead atoms
  • C
    Paraffin hydrogen
  • D
    Cadmium atoms

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