Binding energy of a nucleus is

  • A
    Energy given to its nucleus during its formation
  • B
    Total mass of nucleus converted to energy units
  • C
    Loss of energy from the nucleus during its formation
  • D
    Total $K.E.$ and $P.E.$ of the nucleons in the nucleus

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