Mass Defect and Nuclear Binding Energy
 

Mass Defect and Nuclear Binding Energy problem 10


The incomplete nuclear equation for one possible reaction that takes place in the core of a nuclear reactor is




    • State the name given to this type of nuclear reaction.


    • Complete the nuclear equation.


  • The mass defect for the reaction is .


    • Calculate the energy, in , equivalent to .


    • Suggest two forms of the energy released in this reaction.


 

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