What purpose do cooling towers serve in a nuclear power plant?

A. to retain the nuclear gases emitted from the nuclear reactions

B. to provide a location for the heated water to cool and condense

C. to maintain the high temperatures required for the nuclear reactions

D. to act as a barrier to contain radiation in case of a possible meltdown

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Giovanna Ellis

Chemistry

1 October, 04:40

What purpose do cooling towers serve in a nuclear power plant?

A. to retain the nuclear gases emitted from the nuclear reactions

B. to provide a location for the heated water to cool and condense

C. to maintain the high temperatures required for the nuclear reactions

D. to act as a barrier to contain radiation in case of a possible meltdown

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Azul Nelson · Answer 1

B

Explanation:

Cooling towers provide an energy efficient and environmentally friendly way of removing heat from this circulating water before it is returned to its source.

Isaias Rowland · Answer 2

B. To provide a location for the heated water to cool and condense.