Concept explainers
(a)
The number of neutrons produced.
(a)
Answer to Problem 20P
The number of neutrons produced is 5
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Consider the reaction.
Calculation:
Calculate the mass number from both the sides.
Thus, the number of neutrons produced is 5.
(b)
The released energy.
(b)
Answer to Problem 20P
The released energy.is 171.1 MeV
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The
Formula used:
The reaction is,
Thus,
Calculation:
Substitute the values in the above equation.
Thus, the released energy.is 171.1 MeV.
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