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AIPMT MAINS 2010 Chemistry Properties of Heavy Water MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Some statements about heavy water are given below a. Heavy water is used as a moderator in nuclear reactors b. Heavy water is more associated than ordinary water c. Heavy water is more effective solvent than ordinary water Which of the above statements are correct?
A
a and b
B
a, b and c
C
b and c
D
a and c
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Heavy water (D₂O) is used as a moderator in nuclear reactors and is more associated than H₂O due to stronger hydrogen bonding.
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