The moderator used in a nuclear reactor is:

Q. The moderator used in a nuclear reactor is:
Answer: Ordinary water
Notes: Light water (ordinary water) is presently being used as the moderator in U.S. reactors as well as the cooling agent. It acts as the means by which heat is removed to produce steam for turning the turbines of the electric generators.

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