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Work, Energy and Power
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Explain how can the fast moving neutrons be quickly slowed down by passing through water or heavy water.

Answer

Water or heavy-water contains protons. When fast moving neutrons pass through water they collide with protons during which a part of kinetic energy of neutrons is transferred to protons and hence neutrons get slowed down. 

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