What Does BWR Stand For?

BWR stands for Boiling Water Reactor

BWR, or Boiling Water Reactor, is a type of nuclear reactor in which water is both the coolant and the steam source for electricity generation. In a BWR, water is heated by nuclear fission in the reactor core and boils to produce steam, which drives turbines to generate electricity. This design allows for a straightforward and efficient heat exchange process, enabling the direct use of steam in turbine generators. BWRs are widely used in the nuclear power industry due to their operational simplicity and reliability.