Which of the following types of nuclear reactors is most prone to radioactive hazards ?

Correct answer: D. Boiling water reactor

  • A. Pressurised water reactor
  • B. Gas cooled reactor
  • C. Molten sodium cooled reactor
  • D. Boiling water reactor

Explanation

A boiling water reactor is more prone to radioactive hazards outside the reactor vessel because its primary coolant boils and the resulting steam passes directly to the turbine. In pressurised-water systems, the radioactive primary loop is separated from the steam loop.

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