control rod

Noun

A rod of a neutron-absorbing substance used to regulate the power level in a nuclear reactor.

ریشه

Derived from 'control' and 'rod', with 'rod' originating from the Old English 'rōd' meaning 'a rod, pole'.

مثال

• The control rods are used to manage the nuclear reaction.
• The control rod was inserted into the reactor core.
• The control rod is made of a neutron-absorbing material.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Nuclear control rod Control rod malfunction Control rod insertion Control rod material