MOX fuel, which stands for Mixed Oxide fuel, is a type of nuclear fuel that contains both uranium oxide and plutonium oxide. Using MOX fuel in a Light Water Reactor (LWR) presents several advantages and disadvantages. One advantage is the reduction of plutonium stockpiles. MOX fuel allows for the utilization of plutonium recovered from spent nuclear fuel or surplus weapons-grade plutonium, reducing the amount of plutonium that needs to be stored and managed. This can help to reduce the risk of nuclear proliferation. Another advantage is t....
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