Question

Atomic energy is generated from the splitting of the atoms of uranium and thorium. The power obtained from 1 kg of uranium can be equated to the power that is generated from _______

• A. 2000 tonnes of coal.
• B. 5000 tonnes of coal.
• C. 10000 tonnes of coal.
• D. 3000 tonnes of coal.

Answer 1

The correct option is C 10000 tonnes of coal.

Atomic energy is generated from the splitting of the atoms of uranium and thorium. The power obtained from 1 kg of uranium can be equated to the power that is generated from 10000 tonnes of coal.