Concept explainers
To Estimate: The total binding energy of copper and energy in joules needed to break a copper penny.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Number of nucleons = 63
Calculations:
From the binding energy per nucleon versus mass number curve, the value for B.E. per nucleon of
B.E energy of copper atom
Number of atoms in 3.0 g copper penny:
Here, m is the mass, M is the molar mass and
Thus, to break the nucleons of 3.0 g copper penny, the required energy can be calculated as follows:
Conclusion:
Thus, the energy to break the nucleons of 3.0 g copper penny is
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