Chapter 21, Problem 87AE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The mass of $\text{uranium-235}$ undergoes fission in a year in a plant that produces $1000\text{megawatts}$ is to be calculated.

Concept introduction: The nuclear energy is produced by the splitting of uranium atoms through the process of fission. The generated heat produces steam that is used to generate electricity. The power is defined as the rate of work done or the energy amount which is transferred per unit time. It is measured in joule per second $\left(\text{J/s}\right)$ known as the watt.

To determine: The mass of $\text{uranium-235}$ undergoes fission in a year in a plant that produces 1000 megawatts.