An Excited U^∗ Nucleus Undergoes Fission into Two Fragments as Follows

question 80

Multiple Choice

An excited U^∗ nucleus undergoes fission into two fragments as follows:
U^∗ → Ba + Kr

The following atomic masses are known:

Kr: 91.926270 u

Ba: 143.922845 u

U^∗: 236.045563 u
What is the reaction energy released during this fission reaction? (1 u = 931.5 MeV/c²)

• A)150 MeV
• B)160 MeV
• C)170 MeV
• D)180 MeV
• E)190 MeV

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