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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