Physics

Problem

Two nuclei have the following data: Nucleus X: mass defect

=0.15\,\text{u},\; A=40

Nucleus Y: mass defect

=0.12\,\text{u},\; A=30

Assuming

1\,\text{u}

corresponds to the same energy conversion for both, which statement is correct regarding their relative stability? a)

\text{Both nuclei are equally stable}

\text{Nucleus X is more stable than Y}

\text{Nucleus Y is more stable than X}

\text{The given data are insufficient to decide}