NEET2026Physics-Nuclear Physics
NEET 2026 Physics Nuclear Properties MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Four statements are given (A is mass number):
A. The volume of a nucleus is proportional to A¹/³.
B. The volume of a nucleus is proportional to
A. C. The difference in mass of an atom and its nucleus is called the mass defect.
D. The difference in mass of a nucleus and its constituents is called the mass defect.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
A and C are true, but B and D are false
B
B and C are true, but A and D are false
C
A and D are true, but B and C are false
D
B and D are true, but A and C are false
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The volume of a nucleus is proportional to A, not A¹/³, making B correct. The mass defect is the difference between the actual mass of a nucleus and its constituents, making D correct.
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