Nucleus a Has Z Protons and N Neutrons

question 22

Multiple Choice

Nucleus A has Z protons and N neutrons. Nucleus B has 2Z protons and 2N neutrons. Nucleus A has a smaller binding energy per nucleon than B. Which entry in the table below is correct?

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Definitions:

Equilibrium

A state of balance or stability within a system, where competing forces or influences are equal.

Manifest Functions

The recognized and intended consequences of any social pattern, which are explicitly stated and understood by the participants in a social system.

Latent Functions

The unrecognized or unintended consequences of any social pattern, which may contribute to the functioning of a social system.

Marriage Ceremony

A formal event or ritual in which two individuals are united in marriage, characterized by cultural and religious practices.