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jparksx

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on: Aug 27, 2018
What does Einstein's energy equation (E = mc2 ) say about the energy that is derived from nuclear fission reactions?
 
  A) The energy released is due to the missing mass of the products compared to the mass of the starting materials.
  B) The energy is proportional to the change in mass of the nucleus undergoing fission.
  C) The energy is derived from the light that is emitted when the atom splits.
  D) The energy equation does not apply towards fission, only fusion.
  E) none of the above

Question 2

When determining the number of significant figures in a number, leading zeros are not significant.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


karmakat49

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Reply #1 on: Aug 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


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