Calculating Free Energy in Nuclear Fuel Reactions

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To calculate the free energy from 1 kg of nuclear fuel, the reaction 235U + n → 139Ba + 86Kr + 11n + 176 MeV is considered. Clarification is sought on whether the energy release is 176 meV or 176 MeV, as this significantly impacts calculations. The discussion also touches on the need to balance the nuclear equation and how to determine the number of atoms in 1 kg of uranium. The original poster eventually finds the information they needed through a YouTube search. Accurate energy calculations are crucial for understanding nuclear fuel reactions.
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Homework Statement


Calculate how much free energy in 1kg of nuclear fuel, assuming the most common reaction at a nuclear plant is 235U + n ---> 139Ba + 86Kr + 11n + 176 mev

Homework Equations


E= mc2 ?
1mol of 235U = 16.5 KJ

The Attempt at a Solution


Do I need to balance the equation? How do I do that?
 
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Can you find how many atoms are in 1 kg of uranium? Is the energy release from a single reaction 176 meV or 176 MeV? It makes a whole lot of difference.
 
nevermind, I found what i was looking for on youtube. Thanks!
 
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