The following table gives values for the mass defect ∆m for four hypothetical nuclei: A, B, C, and D, isotopes of an element.
ABCD Mass defect, ∆m(×10^-29 kg)
A. B. C. D
-6.0 -2.0 0 +6.0
Which statement is true regarding the stability of these nuclei?
(a)Nucleus D is the most stable, and nucleus A is the least stable.
(b)Nucleus C is stable, whereas nuclei A, B, and D are not.
(c)Nucleus A is the most stable, and nucleus D is not stable.
(d)Nuclei A and B are stable, but nucleus B is more stable than nucleus A.
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