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To verify:
The Q-values for fusion of two deuterium atoms and helium - 3 nucleus.
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
Nuclear Reaction
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Mass of Helium- 4 (
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Mass of Helium- 3
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Mass of nucleus
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Mass of deuterium
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Mass of neutron
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Mass of proton
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Speed of light in vacuum
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Formula used:
The mass defect relation and its Q value from Einstein’s Mass- energy relation is given by,
For the second equation,
The mass defect relation and its Q value from Einstein’s Mass- energy relation is given by,
Calculation:
Substituting the given values in equation 1 and 2, we get
For second equation substituting the values in 3 and 4,
Conclusion:
Thus, the values for fusion of two deuterium atoms and helium - 3 nucleus is verified.
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