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Definition of Thermalize
1. Verb. (physics) to lower the velocity and kinetic energy of fast neutrons in a nuclear reactor by use of a moderator, and thus increase the efficiency of fission ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Thermalize
1. [v -IZED, -IZING, -IZES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Thermalize
Literary usage of Thermalize
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Transferring Technologies for the Hardwood Industry: Wetwood Detection by Christopher W. Murdoch, Gary W. Holland, Sun J. Chang (1994)
"FAST NEUTRON TRANSPORT This technique uses fast neutrons emitted from a
portable ([Ra-Be] or [Aim-Be]) neutron source.13 The neutrons will thermalize ..."
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