When 239 Pu is used in a nuclear reactor, one of the fission events that occurs is

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When 239Pu is used in a nuclear reactor, one of the fission events that occurs isin + 2391 94 239.052 u 'Pu 140, 55 95.916 u 139.917 u 96 Y + Cs + 4 n

The atomic mass of each atom is given below its symbol in the equation.

(a) Calculate the change in mass, expressed in atomic mass units, that accompanies this fission event.

(b) Convert the mass loss to joules per fission.

(c) Find the energy released when 1.00 g plutonium undergoes this particular fission.

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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