Physics-Mass-Energy Relation

NEET Physics Mass-Energy Relation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

A nucleus has a mass defect of 0.030 u. Calculate the binding energy of this nucleus using the mass-energy relation.

A

27.93 MeV

B

24.45 MeV

C

30.00 MeV

D

33.50 MeV

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The binding energy is calculated using the formula ΔE_b = ΔM c^2. Given ΔM = 0.030 u, using 1 u = 931 MeV/c^2, the binding energy is 0.030 x 931 MeV = 27.93 MeV.

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