Chapter 19, Problem 75AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Energy released by a small atomic bomb and energy released by fission of ${}^{235}\text{U}$ is given. The mass of ${}^{235}\text{U}$ undergoing fission in this atomic bomb is to be calculated.

Concept introduction: TNT stands for trinitrotoluene and it is used to express energy released in the explosion. Uranium is an essential component in the making of nuclear weapon. It sustains the chain reaction which is necessary for the explosion.

To determine: The mass of ${}^{235}\text{U}$ undergoing fission in the given atomic bomb.