Question

Draw a diagram to show the variation of binding energy per nucleon with mass number for different nuclei and mention its two features. Why do lighter nuclei usually undergo nuclear fusion ?

Distinguish between nuclear fission and fusion giving an example of each.

Explain the release of energy in nuclear fission and fusion on the basis of binding energy per nucleon curve.

How is the size of a nucleus found experimentally? Write the relation between the radius and mass number of a nucleus.