Transient

{
  "id": "MLC-T-NUC-000516",
  "term": "Transient",
  "field": "Nuclear energy and radiation",
  "definition": "A change in the reactor coolant system temperature, pressure, or both, attributed to a change in the reactor’s power output. Transients can be caused by (1) adding or removing neutron poisons, (2) increasing or decreasing electrical load on the turbine generator, or (3) accident conditions.",
  "references": [
    "NRC Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/nuclear/transient/"
}