MIT Nuclear Reactor Tour Quiz

What is unique about the parts of the MIT nuclear reactor?

• They need to be rebuilt from scratch.

• They are made of gold.

• They can be ordered from a catalog.

• They are imported from Europe.

Why is the containment building airtight?

• To keep the building clean.

• To save energy.

• To prevent radioactive material from escaping.

• To keep the temperature constant.

What unit is used to measure radiation levels in the reactor?

• Kilowatts

• Millirem per hour

• Milliliters

• Joules

What is the purpose of the concrete shielding around the reactor core?

• To absorb radiation.

• To keep the reactor cool.

• To store fuel.

• To generate electricity.

What happens to silicon when it is irradiated with neutrons?

• It becomes a metal.

• It turns into gold.

• It becomes a semiconductor.

• It evaporates.

Why do they duct-tape their pockets closed on the reactor top area?

• To keep their hands warm.

• To avoid contamination.

• To prevent objects from falling into the core.

• To look professional.

What is the shape of the reactor core?

• Circle

• Square

• Hexagon

• Triangle

What is the purpose of the neutron beams?

• To generate electricity.

• To conduct experiments.

• To cool the reactor.

• To clean the reactor.

What is the hot box used for?

• Cooling the reactor.

• Generating power.

• Cooking food.

• Storing and handling radioactive materials.

Why is the radiation level inside the hot box so high?

• It is used for cooking.

• It stores radioactive materials.

• It is not shielded.

• It is used for experiments.