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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.
Nuclear power plant with pressurized water reactor Boiling Water Reactors The fission zone is contained in a reactor pressure vessel, at a pressure of about 70 bar (7 MPa).