MDCAT Physics MCQ #2868

The binding energy per nucleon of deuterium is approximately 1.1 MeV. What is the total binding energy of the deuterium nucleus?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #2868

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The binding energy per nucleon of deuterium is approximately 1.1 MeV. What is the total binding energy of the deuterium nucleus?

    • A) 1.1 MeV
    • B) 2.2 MeV
    • C) 3.3 MeV
    • D) 4.4 MeV

    Answer: 2.2 MeV

    Explanation: Deuterium has 2 nucleons, so 1.1 MeV/nucleon x 2 nucleons = 2.2 MeV total binding energy.