Question

. When a nucleus is divided into its constituents, energy is:
A. created from nothing.
B. destroyed into nothing.
C. transformed into visible light.
D. absorbed by the nucleus which then breaks it
apart.
E. released by the nucleus as it breaks apart.

Answer 1

Answer:

The Correct Answer would be E. released by the nucleus as it breaks. When a nucleus with higher mass is divided into its constituents, energy is released by the nucleus as it splits into it's constituents.

Explanation:

When a nucleus of any atom with comparatively higher mass is given enough energy to split into it's fellow constituents, it does so with the release of a large amount of energy which is often termed as Nuclear energy.

This energy is obtained in such a vast amount that it is only used for special purposes, otherwise it can cause harm to mankind. This whole process of a nucleus splitting into two or more nucleus of comparatively less mass than the parent nucleus is termed as Nuclear Fission.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is (D). When a nucleus is divided into its constituents, energy is absorbed by the nucleus which then breaks it apart.

Explanation:

• Nuclear binding energy is the amount of energy needed to completely separate an atomic nucleus into its component protons and neutrons, or, alternatively, the amount of energy that would be released if separate protons and neutrons were combined to form a single nucleus.
• The nucleus consists of two major components, protons and neutrons.
• When a nucleus is divided into its constituents, a high amount of energy is required.
• This high amount of energy is absorbed by the nucleus and ultimately results in its breakdown into different constituents.

Thus, when a nucleus is divided into its constituents, energy is absorbed by the nucleus which then breaks it apart.

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