Modern Physics 5 Question 23
26. Which of the following statements(s) is (are) correct?
(1994, 2M)
(a) The rest mass of a stable nucleus is less than the sum of the rest masses of its separated nucleons
(b) The rest mass of a stable nucleus is greater than the sum of the rest masses of its separated nucleons
(c) In nuclear fission, energy is released by fusing two nuclei of medium mass (approximately
(d) In nuclear fission, energy is released by fragmentation of a very heavy nucleus
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 26. Fusion, 24
Solution:
- In nuclear fusion, two or more lighter nuclei are combined to form a relatively heavy nucleus and thus, releasing the energy.
