Nuclear Power Engineering
Molten sodium is used as a coolant in a fast breeder reactor, because of its

Neutron breeding capability
Capability to increase the reaction rate in the core
Excellent moderating properties
Faster heat removal capability from the core

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Nuclear Power Engineering
Water is a better coolant than a gas (like CO₂, He, N₂ etc.), because it

Requires comparatively smaller pumps and heat exchanger for a given heat transfer rate
Has a better heat transfer characteristics, and it can be pressurised to attain a high temperature
All of these
Is a better neutron moderator as well

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