reactor neutrinos

Reactor neutrinos are tiny, nearly massless particles produced during the nuclear reactions inside a power plant's reactor. When uranium or plutonium atoms split (fission), they release energy, along with multiple neutrinos. These neutrinos easily pass through matter, making them almost impossible to detect directly. Scientists study them to understand fundamental particles and processes, and sometimes to monitor nuclear reactors remotely for safety and non-proliferation. Despite their elusive nature, reactor neutrinos are valuable tools for advancing physics and ensuring nuclear security.