Nuclear Physics And Radioactivity Question 138
Binding energy of a nucleus is the energy required to split the nucleus into individual protons and neutrons
Options:
A) Energy given to its nucleus during its formation
B) Total mass of nucleus converted to energy units
C) Release of energy from the nucleus during its formation
D) Total K.E. and P.E. of the nucleons in the nucleus
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Energy released while forming a nucleus is known as binding energy (by definition).
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