A light nucleus P has Eb/A=5.5MeV while a heavier nucleus Q has Eb/A=8.7MeV. Which statement about their likely behaviour is correct?
(a) P is more stable than Q.
(b) Q can release energy by undergoing fission, whereas P is relatively stable.
(c) P can release energy by undergoing fusion, whereas Q is relatively stable.
(d) Q can release energy by undergoing fusion, whereas P is relatively stable.