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How much amount of nuclear energy burnt is equivalent to the energy produced by 3000 tonnes of coal?(a) 1kg(b) 5kg(c) 15kg(d) 20kgI have been asked this question in exam.My question is based upon Atomic Structure topic in section Nuclear Power Plant of Energy Engineering

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Correct choice is (a) 1kg

For explanation I would say: The amount of heat generated by burning one kg of NUCLEAR fuel is EQUIVALENT to the ENERGY generated by burning 3000 tonnes of coal or 1600 tonnes of OIL. The production of Nuclear energy is carried out by two methods which are nuclear fission and nuclear FUSION.



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