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pressurized water reactor [′presh·ə‚rīzd ′wȯd·ər rē‚ak·tər] (nucleonics) A nuclear reactor in which water is circulated under enough pressure to prevent it from boiling, while serving as moderator and coolant for the uranium fuel; the heated water is then used to produce steam for a power plant. Abbreviated PWR. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The order means that MHI's CRDMs will now be used in two of that country's three pressurized water reactors (PWR). In Iran the Russians are constructing one of their VVER models--a pressurized water reactor (PWR) of a type widely used in Russia and exported to Finland and former COMECON countries. GE Energy's nuclear business develops advanced light water reactors and provides a wide array of technology-based products and services to help owners of both boiling and pressurized water reactors safely operate their facilities with greater efficiency and output. |
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