Physics

Problem

A nuclear power station delivers

500\,\mathrm{MW}

of electrical power with an overall efficiency of

30\%

. Estimate the mass of

^{235}\mathrm{U}

consumed in one day of continuous operation. Assume

200\,\mathrm{MeV}

is released per fission. a)

5.3\,\mathrm{kg}

0.53\,\mathrm{kg}

1.8\,\mathrm{kg}

18\,\mathrm{kg}