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If `5g` of `.^(235)U` is completely destroyed in a reactor, the energy released would be

A

`45 xx 10^(13) J`

B

`45 xx 10^(17) erg`

C

`15xx10^(10) J`

D

`60 xx 10^(15) J`

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The correct Answer is:
A
`E = mc^(2) = 5xx10^(-3) xx (3xx10^(8)) = 45xx10^(13) J`
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