Answer
$ _{92}^{238}U + _{6}^{12}C → _{98}^{246}Cf + 4 \space _{0}^{1}n$
Work Step by Step
When U-238 is reacted with C-12, Cf-246 is produced along with 4 neutrons.
$ _{92}^{238}U + _{6}^{12}C → _{98}^{246}Cf + 4 \space _{0}^{1}n$
Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)
by Moore, John W.; Stanitski, Conrad L.
Published by
Cengage Learning
ISBN 10:
1285199049
ISBN 13:
978-1-28519-904-7
Chapter 18 - Nuclear Chemistry - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 817c: 47
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