NEET Physics Mass-Energy Relation MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about mass-energy relation and binding energy is correct?
The binding energy per nucleon is a measure of how tightly nucleons are held in a nucleus.
Mass defect is greater than the mass of the nucleus itself.
Binding energy is the energy required to create a nucleus from free nucleons.
The mass of a nucleus is always greater than the sum of its constituents' masses.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The binding energy per nucleon indicates the average energy needed to separate a nucleus into its individual nucleons, as described in the NCERT context. The other options reflect misconceptions about mass defect and binding energy.
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