Define Mass Defect

question 85

Multiple Choice

Define mass defect.

• A) the difference in mass between an atom and the sum of its separate components
• B) an atom with too many neutrons
• C) the difference in mass between a radioactive atom and a nonradioactive atom
• D) energy released in a radioactive reaction
• E) energy absorbed in a radioactive reaction

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Definitions:

Circulating Security Interest

A floating charge over all of a company.

Floating Charge

A security interest over a fluctuating pool of assets, such as inventory or receivables, which allows the borrower to use the assets in the course of business.

Liquidator

A person or entity appointed to wind up the affairs of a company and dispose of its assets in the event of its liquidation.

Winding Up

The process of concluding a company's affairs, settling its liabilities, and distributing the remaining assets to the shareholders or owners.