Question

Enrichment of U235 is done by

(a) IF7

(b) CIF3

(c) IF5

(d) CIF5

Answer 1

The correct option is (b) CIF3.

Explanation:

ClF3 and BrF3 are used for the production of UF6 in the enrichment of U235.

U(*) + 3CIF3(l) ---> UF6(g) + 3CIF(g)