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Nuclear binding energy

physical science Maturity 11-13

Tiny bits stay stuck together.

Binding energy curve of common isotopes.svg
Binding energy curve of common isotopes.svg
They act like small magnets. It takes power to pull them apart. This power can make light. We use it to make heat. We use it for power. Can you feel the heat?

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File:Binding energy curve of common isotopes.svg
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