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The binding energy per nucleon of \( ^{16}\text{O} \) is \( 7.97 \) MeV and that of \( ^{17}\text{O} \) is \( 7.75 \) MeV. The energy in MeV required to remove a neutron from \( ^{17}\text{O} \) is
The binding energy per nucleon of \( ^{16}\text{O} \) is \( 7.97 \) MeV and that of \( ^{17}\text{O} \) is \( 7.75 \) MeV. The energy in MeV required to remove a neutron from \( ^{17}\text{O} \) is
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Separation energy = difference of total binding energies, NOT per nucleon.
Updated On: May 2, 2026
- $3.52$
- $3.64$
- $4.23$
- $7.86$
- $1.68$
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The Correct Option is C
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