Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

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

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$
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