$_{92}U^{235} + n \to \text{fission product} + \text{neutron} + 3.20 \times 10^{-11} \ J$. The energy released when $1 \ g$ of $_{92}U^{235}$ undergoes fission is

  • A
    $12.75 \times 10^8 \ kJ$
  • B
    $18.60 \times 10^9 \ kJ$
  • C
    $8.21 \times 10^7 \ kJ$
  • D
    $6.55 \times 10^6 \ kJ$

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