Chapter 25, Problem 59IAE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The metric tons of bituminous coal burned to release as much energy as produced due to fission of 1.00kg ${}_{92}^{235}U$ needs to be determined, using the data given.

Concept introduction:

1 metric ton = 1000kg

A nuclear fission reaction is a kind of a nuclear reaction in which an atom splits apart into smaller atoms and releases energy.

Tt is widely used in the formation of nuclear weapons and reactors since it releases large amounts of energy on burning.