Rankers Physics

Nucleus: Practice Problem & Solution

Energy is released in nuclear fission due to: (2001)
Few mass is converted into energy
Total binding energy of fragments is more than the B.E. of parental element
Total B.E. of fragments is less than the B.E. of parental element
Total B.E. of fragments is equals to the B.E. of parental element

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Nucleus. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

In nuclear fission, a heavy nucleus splits into lighter, more stable nuclei. The binding energy per nucleon is higher for the fragments than for the parent nucleus. The increase in total binding energy is released as energy.

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