Determine how many neutrons are produced during the spontaneous fission of 244
95 Am to form I-134 and Mo-107.

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During the spontaneous fission of 244 95 Am, I-134 and Mo-107 are formed. 
244 95 Am → I-134 + Mo-107 + X(neutrons) 
To find out the number of neutrons produced, we need to balance the equation. 
The atomic number of I-134 is 53 and Mo-107 is 42. 
So, 95 = 53 + 42 + X 
X = 0 
Therefore, no neutrons are produced during the spontaneous fission of 244 95 Am to form I-134 and Mo-107.

Determine How Many Neutrons Are Produced During the Spontaneous Fission