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In the binding-energy formula \[E_b=\Delta M c^2\], what does \(c\) represent?

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Question

In the binding-energy formula \[E_b=\Delta M c^2\], what does \(c\) represent?

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  • Mass of one proton

  • Mass number

  • Binding energy per nucleon

  • Speed of light

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Solution

The symbol \(c\) denotes the speed of light. Its square appears in the equation relating binding energy and mass defect.

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