Reactor wire
Nuclear reactors are really interesting machines that provide us electricity. They operate by smashing subatomic particles called atoms. There is enormous heat released when these atoms split. This enamelled wire heat then turns water (above in the red tank) into steam. The steam is so intense, that it turns large wheels called turbines which create electricity. Reactor wire- Now, this a quite crucial aspect of the entire process. It links certain parts of the nuclear reactor and makes everything operate in a friendly manner.
So, what is a reactor wire. A reactor wire is a thin, durable type of electrical wiring that originates further back in the reactor. It is typically made from a special metal called copper, which excels in conducting electricity. The wire is wrapped with a material which will not allow the electricity to travel through it such as Teflon. This insulation contains the electricity and secures it. This is needed to connect the various parts of the reactor (fuel rods, control rods and coolant pumps) with each other so that they communicate as smoothly in between.
