If One Gram of Matter Could Be Completely Converted into Energy

question 10

Multiple Choice

If one gram of matter could be completely converted into energy, the yield would be

• A) 0.51 MeV.
• B) 931 MeV.
• C) 3 × 10¹³ J.
• D) 9 × 10¹³ J.
• E) 9 × 10¹⁶ J.

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Definitions:

Confounds

Factors in an experiment that could undermine the ability to draw accurate conclusions by affecting the dependent variable in ways not accounted for by the independent variable.

Disconfirmation

The process in which evidence contradicts or challenges existing beliefs or hypotheses, leading to adjustment or abandonment of those beliefs.

Scientific Method

A systematic process used for investigation and acquiring knowledge through observation, experimentation, and hypothesis testing.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation for an observation or phenomenon, set forth as a basis for further investigation.