### Question
How is the term research reactor defined?


### Answer
The term **research reactor** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 2214* as the following:

> a nuclear reactor that—


(i) is licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission under section 2134(c) of this title for operation at a thermal power level of 10 megawatts or less

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 2214*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 22-INDIAN HOSPITALS AND HEALTH FACILITIES > Division A-Atomic Energy > SUBCHAPTER XIII-GENERAL AUTHORITY OF COMMISSION**

