Heat is generated in a nuclear reactor (thermal) by_________________?

A. Absorption of neutrons in uranium atoms

B. Fission of U-235 by neutrons

C. Fusion of atoms of uranium

D. Combustion of a nuclear fuel e.g. uranium

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