Thermal neutron absorber

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-003807",
  "term": "Thermal neutron absorber",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A material or element that readily absorbs thermal neutrons, which are neutrons that have reached thermal equilibrium with their surroundings. These absorbers are used in nuclear logging tools to control the neutron flux or to enhance the sensitivity to specific elements. Boron and cadmium are common examples of strong thermal neutron absorbers.",
  "subject": "Formation Evaluation",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/thermal-neutron-absorber/"
}