The Binding Energy of an Isotope of Chlorine Is 298

question 36

Multiple Choice

The binding energy of an isotope of chlorine is 298 MeV. What is the mass defect of this chlorine nucleus in atomic mass units?

• A)3.13 u
• B)2.30 u
• C)0.882 u
• D)0.320 u
• E)0.034 u

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