Iodine molecule dissociates into atoms after absorbing light of

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Problem

4500\,\text{\AA}

. If one quantum of radiation is absorbed by each molecule, calculate the kinetic energy of iodine atoms. (Bond energy of

I_2 = 240\,\text{kJ mol}^{-1}

) (IIT 1995)