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The Q value of a nuclear reaction,
is defined by
where, the masses refer to the respective nuclei. Determine from the given data the Q-value of the following reactions and state whether the reactions are exothermic or endothermic.
(i)
(ii)
Atomic masses are given to be


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Since, Q is negative, some mass is converted into energy. Hence, the reaction is endothermic.



Since, Q is positive, some mass is converted into energy. Hence, the reaction is exothermic.
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The Q value of a nuclear reaction,
is defined by
where, the masses refer to the respective nuclei. Determine from the given data the Q-value of the following reactions and state whether the reactions are exothermic or endothermic.
(i)
(ii)
Atomic masses are given to be


Updated OnAug 24, 2023
TopicNuclei
SubjectPhysics
ClassClass 12
Answer TypeText solution:1 Video solution: 16
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