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Question

The binding energy per nucleon is maximum in the case of .

A

${}_{4}^{2}He$

B

${}_{26}^{56}Fe$

C

${}_{56}^{141}Ba$

D

${}_{92}^{235}U$

Answer

${}_{26}^{56}Fe$

Explanation

Solution

Binding energy per nucleon increases with atomic number and is maximum for iron. After that it decrease.