MDCAT Physics MCQ #2861

The binding energy of ¹²C is 92.16 MeV. What is the average binding energy per nucleon?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #2861

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The binding energy of ¹²C is 92.16 MeV. What is the average binding energy per nucleon?

    • A) 7.68 MeV
    • B) 12.0 MeV
    • C) 9.216 MeV
    • D) 23.04 MeV

    Answer: 7.68 MeV

    Explanation: Binding energy per nucleon = 92.16 MeV / 12 = 7.68 MeV. Option C divides by atomic number instead of mass number.