graphite
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Under normal operating conditions, the graphite moderator slows fast neutrons, helping sustain the nuclear chain reaction.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026
The researchers also examined whether German scientists could have avoided the heavy water shortage by using graphite, a form of carbon that can also slow neutrons in nuclear reactors.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
Canada also has significant reserves of critical minerals like lithium, nickel and graphite.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Syria also procured large amounts of graphite needed to keep the nuclear reactions in the reactor steady.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
Lots of carbon comes up with kimberlite ejecta, but most is vaporized or turns to graphite.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
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