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How is chain reaction controlled in a nuclear power plant? Chain reaction is controlled through using neutron absorbing materials as reactor control rods (of high neutron absorbing material), boron, and/or cadmium.
A control rod in a nuclear reactor absorbs neutrons and limits the chain reaction. It is used as a setpoint for operation in that it is pulled out a certain amount to allow â¦ the chain reaction to heat the reactor.