Physics-Mass-Energy Relation

NEET Physics Mass-Energy Relation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

A nucleus has a mass defect of 0.1 u. Using Einstein's mass-energy relation, what is the binding energy of this nucleus in MeV?

A

93.15 MeV

B

931.5 MeV

C

0.9315 MeV

D

9.315 MeV

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The mass-energy relation states that the energy equivalent of a mass defect ΔM is ΔE = ΔM c^2. Using ΔM = 0.1 u and converting to energy with 1 u = 931.5 MeV, the binding energy is 93.15 MeV.

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