Physics-Kinetic Energy
NEET Physics Kinetic Energy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
In an elastic collision, what is the fractional kinetic energy gained by a moderating nucleus when a neutron collides with deuterium?
A
8/9
B
1/9
C
71.6%
D
28.4%
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
When a neutron collides elastically with deuterium, the fractional kinetic energy gained by deuterium is 8/9, as derived from the equations in the context provided.
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