The graph shows binding energy per nucleon for three hypothetical nuclei A, B and C. Find the energy released when nucleus C disintegrates into A and B. Image
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The graph shows binding energy per nucleon for three hypothetical nuclei A, B and C. Find the energy released when nucleus C disintegrates into A and B. Image

G1 Physics · Accepted Answer

Step 1: Binding energy is B = Δmc² and binding energy per nucleon is B/A. Step 2: For a reaction, Q = B(products) − B(reactants) (equivalently Q = (m₁−m₂)c²). Step 3: Substitute the given masses or B/A values. Final: C: 700 MeV.