Question

Assertion (A) : The mass of a nucleus is less than the sum of the masses of the constituent nucleons. Reason (R) : Energy is absorbed when the nucleons are bound together to form a nucleus.

• A. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
• B. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
• C. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
• D. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are false.

Hint:

Formation of a stable nucleus always releases energy. \[ \text{Mass defect} \Longleftrightarrow \text{Binding Energy} \] A larger binding energy means a more stable nucleus.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C