Nuclear Binding Energy: One of the fusion reactions that occurs in the sun is:The following atomic masses are known:What is the reaction energy released in this fusion reaction? (1 u = 931.5 MeV/c2)

A. 11 MeV
B. 13 MeV
C. 15 MeV
D. 17 MeV
E. 19 MeV


Answer: B

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