MDCAT Physics MCQ #2834

The binding energy per nucleon for a nucleus is 8.5 MeV. If the nucleus has 100 nucleons, what is its total binding energy?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #2834

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The binding energy per nucleon for a nucleus is 8.5 MeV. If the nucleus has 100 nucleons, what is its total binding energy?

    • A) 850 MeV
    • B) 85 MeV
    • C) 8.5 MeV
    • D) 0.085 MeV

    Answer: 850 MeV

    Explanation: Total binding energy = binding energy per nucleon * number of nucleons = 8.5 MeV * 100 = 850 MeV. Option 'B' divides instead of multiplying.