Energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus? (extra neutron)

In summary, the amount of energy released during the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus can be calculated using the equation e=mc2, with the answer being 4.73×10-111. However, it is more accurate to use six significant figures and include units in the answer.
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1. How much energy is released during the
fission of one uranium-235 nucleus?




2. e=mc2 lol :smile:



3. I thought of putting them together but then how to separate them?
1.67495×10-27+3.903 05×10–25×c2=1.7539207313048996244767495×10-7



By the way, the answer is 4.73×10-11
 

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mccarthyp64 said:
1. How much energy is released during the
fission of one uranium-235 nucleus?

2. e=mc2 lol :smile:
3. I thought of putting them together but then how to separate them?
What are "them"?

1.67495×10-27+3.903 05×10–25×c2=1.7539207313048996244767495×10-7
If you start using six significant figures, it is silly to have more than six in your answer. And since you are adding two quantities of different orders of magnitude, you should have even fewer. Your answer also needs to have units.

Solve the problem by doing exactly what the problem says to do: find the mass difference, then find the energy.
 
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1. How much energy is released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus?

The amount of energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus can vary, but on average it is around 200 million electron volts (MeV). This is equivalent to about 3.2 x 10^-11 joules.

2. What factors affect the amount of energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus?

The amount of energy released in fission is affected by the speed of the neutron, the type of nucleus being split, and the number and type of particles produced during the reaction. Additionally, the amount of energy released can also be influenced by the presence of other nearby nuclei and the conditions of the surrounding environment.

3. Is the energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus always the same?

No, the energy released in fission can vary depending on the factors mentioned above. For example, the speed of the neutron can greatly impact the amount of energy released, as a slower neutron is more likely to be captured by the nucleus and result in a larger release of energy.

4. How does the energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus compare to other energy sources?

The energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus is much higher than most other energy sources. For comparison, the energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus is about 2 million times greater than the energy released in the combustion of one carbon atom in coal.

5. How is the energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus used?

The energy released in the fission of one uranium-235 nucleus is used to generate electricity in nuclear power plants. The heat produced by the fission reaction is used to boil water and create steam, which then turns turbines to generate electricity. This process is similar to how energy is generated in coal or gas power plants, but with significantly less carbon emissions.

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