Question
Physics Question on Nuclei
Binding energy of nucleus is defined as
A
the energy released, when the nucleus has been separated into its constituent particle
B
the energy added, to separate the nucleus from the constituent particles.
C
the energy added to form the nucleus from its constituent particle .
D
None of the above
Answer
the energy added, to separate the nucleus from the constituent particles.
Explanation
Solution
The binding energy of nucleus is the energy released in formation of nucleus by combining its constituent particles ie, nucleons. In other words, it is that external energy which is required to isolate the nucleons of the nucleus from each other.