What is another word for reactor core?
Pronunciation: [ɹɪˈaktə kˈɔː] (IPA) 
The term "reactor core" is commonly used to describe the central part of a nuclear reactor where the nuclear chain reaction occurs. However, there are other terms used to describe this crucial part of a nuclear power plant. One synonym for "reactor core" is "fuel assembly," which refers to the bundle of fuel rods containing radioactive isotopes. Another term is "nuclear fuel bundle," which is similar to a fuel assembly. "Nuclear core" is another term that is sometimes used interchangeably with "reactor core," as it also refers to the area where the nuclear reaction takes place. Other terms that may be used to describe the reactor core include "nuclear furnace," "reactor vessel," and "core barrel".
