Question:

When a uranium isotope $^{235}_92 U$ is bombarded with a neutron, it generates $^{89}_{36} Kr$, three neutrons and :

Updated On: Apr 14, 2025
  • $^{144}_{56} Ba$
  • $^{91}_{40} Zr$
  • $^{101}_{36} Kr$
  • $^{103}_{36} Kr$
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

$^{235}_{92}U + ^{1}_{0}n \rightarrow ^{89}_{36}Kr+3 ^{1}_{0}n+X_{X}^{A}$

$92+0=36+Z$

$\Rightarrow Z=56$

$235+1=89+3+A$

$\Rightarrow A=144$

So, $^{144}_{56}Ba$ is generated

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