Refueling a Nuclear Reactor – Smarter Every Day 311

In this episode, Destin takes us inside TVA’s Browns Ferry nuclear plant to see exactly how they swap out spent fuel rods, manage control assemblies and keep the reactor cool under tons of water. You’ll get an up-close look at the massive machinery, safety protocols and step-by-step process that keeps a nuclear power plant humming.

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