1 atomic mass unit (amu) in terms of energy is nearly equal to:
Correct answer: B. 931 MeV
- A. 931 KeV
- B. 931 MeV
- C. 39 MeV
- D. 139 KeV
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: 931 MeV. By utilizing the mass-energy equivalence formula E=mc^2, we calculate that 1 atomic mass unit (amu) is equal to 931 MeV. This conversion is based on the speed of light and the mass of an atomic unit.Option A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not represent the accurate energy equivalent of 1 amu, as calculated through the mass-energy equivalence formula.
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