How much energy is released when the correct number of protons and neutrons come together to form deuterium? a) 0.52 mev b) 1.7 mev c) 2.5 mev d) 6.1 mev e) 9.3 mev

The correct answer is 2.24 MeV.

Explanation:

The chemical reaction for the formation of deuterium from proton and neutron follows:

We are given:

Mass of = 1.00784 u

Mass of = 1.008665 u

Mass of = 2.014102 u

To calculate the mass defect, we use the equation:

To calculate the energy released, we use the equation:

   (Conversion factor:    )

Hence, the energy released in the given nuclear reaction is 2.24 MeV.

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