The average binding energy per nucleon of is about
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Problem
The average binding energy per nucleon of 56Fe is about 8.8MeV. For 86Kr it is roughly 8.5MeV. Which statement about 86Kr is most appropriate?
(a) It would absorb energy whether it underwent fission or fusion.
(b) It would release energy chiefly by fusing with lighter nuclei.
(c) It would release energy chiefly by splitting into two lighter fragments.
(d) It is so stable that neither fusion nor fission can release energy from it.