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The mass of \( ^{15}\text{N} \) is 15.00011 amu and that of \( ^{16}\text{O} \) is 15.99492 amu. The mass of a proton is 1.00783 amu. Determine the binding energy of the last proton of \( ^{16}\text{O} \).

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Binding energy is obtained directly from mass defect.
Updated On: Mar 23, 2026
  • \(2.13\,\text{MeV}\)
  • \(0.13\,\text{MeV}\)
  • \(10\,\text{MeV}\)
  • 12.13MeV
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The Correct Option is A

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