Binding energy
Definition
Binding energy refers to the amount of energy required to break apart or separate particles within an atomic nucleus or between atoms in a molecule. It represents the strength of attraction holding particles together.
Related terms
Nuclear fusion: A process where atomic nuclei combine together, releasing large amounts of binding energy.
Chemical bond: The force that holds atoms together in molecules through sharing or transferring electrons.
Ionization Energy: The amount of energy needed to remove an electron from an atom or ion.
"Binding energy" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP Chemistry
Study guides (2)
AP Physics 2 - 7.3 Energy in Modern Physics
AP Physics 2 - 7.4 Mass-Energy Equivalence
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