In a pressurised water reactor (PWR), the___________________?

A. Fuel is natural uranium and heavy water acts both as moderator & coolant

B. Coolant water boils in the core of the reactor

C. Coolant water is pressurised to prevent bulk boiling of water in the core

D. Use of moderator is not required

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