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pwr

/ˌpiː.dʌb.əl.juːˈɑːr/

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noun

/ˌpiː.dʌb.əl.juːˈɑːr/C1formaltechnicalabbreviation
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тип ядерного реактора, в котором вода используется как в качестве теплоносителя, так и в качестве замедлителя, а образующийся пар способен приводить в движение паровую турбину.

A noun referring to a type of nuclear reactor that uses water as both a coolant and a moderator, with the generated steam capable of driving a steam turbine.

proper noun

  1. Pressurized Water ReactorC1formaltechnical

    A type of nuclear reactor that uses ordinary water as both a coolant and a neutron moderator, with the water kept under high pressure to prevent boiling; the heated water generates steam to drive a turbine for electricity production.

    ruРеактор с водой под давлением

    • The PWR is the most common type of nuclear reactor used worldwide.
    • Engineers monitor the pressure levels in the PWR to ensure safe operation.
    • The steam produced by the PWR drives a turbine to generate electricity.

    Synonymspressurized water reactor