Physics 0625 · IGCSE · The nuclear model of the atom

The nuclear model of the atom — practice question

$^{239}_{94}\text{Pu}$ is one isotope of plutonium. A nucleus of this isotope can take in a neutron and then undergo fission to produce two different nuclei. The two nuclei formed are gold, $^{207}_{79}\text{Au}$, and phosphorus, $^{31}_{15}\text{P}$. Neutrons are also emitted in this reaction. How many neutrons are produced when the nucleus splits?

  • A1
  • B2
  • C4
  • D5

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