technician said:You need to convert the Δm into kg using the information that 1u = 1.66 x 10^-27kg
Then use E = mc^2 with this mass in kg (c = speed of light 3 x 10^8m/s)
This is the energy released by each fission of U235.
Multiply by the number of nuclei undergoing fission.
Nuclear fission is a process in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy.
Uranium-235 is used for nuclear fission because it is a fissile isotope, meaning it can easily split when struck by a neutron. It is also relatively abundant and has a high energy yield.
The fission of 1g of uranium-235 releases approximately 17.5 million kilowatt-hours of energy, which is equivalent to the energy produced by burning 3 million pounds of coal.
In a nuclear reactor, neutrons are fired at a uranium-235 atom, causing it to split and release energy. This energy is used to heat water and create steam, which then spins a turbine to generate electricity.
While nuclear fission can produce a large amount of energy, it also produces radioactive waste that can be harmful to living organisms. There is also the risk of a nuclear meltdown or accident, which can have devastating consequences. Proper safety measures and protocols must be followed to mitigate these risks.