The binding energy per nucleon in deuterium and helium nuclei are 1.1 MeV and 7.0 MeV

The Binding Energy Per Nucleon In Deuterium And Helium Nuclei Physics QuestionThe Binding Energy Per Nucleon In Deuterium And Helium Nuclei Physics Question

The binding energy per nucleon in deuterium and helium nuclei are 1.1 MeV and 7.0 MeV, respectively. When two deuterium nuclei fuse to form a helium nucleus the energy released in the fusion is:

Options

(a) 30.2 MeV
(b) 23.6 MeV
(c) 2.2 MeV
(d) 28.0 MeV

Correct Answer:

23.6 MeV

Explanation:

Binding energy of two ₁H² nuclei = 2 (1.1 x 2) = 4.4 meV
Binding energy of one ₂He⁴ nucleus = 4 x 7.0 = 28 MeV
Energy released = 28 – 4.4 = 23.6 MeV

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