Boron

Boron is a rather rare element added. It has useful atomic properties, as in it absorbs neutrons very well.

Production
Boron is found in rare earth ore, but not in significant amounts. Larger amounts of Boron can be produced in the Cyclotron either by bombarding Beryllium with Lithium or vice versa.

Uses
Major Desh blend component.

RBMK neutron absorbers and control rods.