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The nucleus having highest binding energy per nucleon is:

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The binding energy per nucleon increases as we approach iron on the periodic table, making iron the most stable nucleus. Both lighter and heavier nuclei have lower binding energies per nucleon.
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
  • \({}^{16}_{8}O\)
  • \({}^{56}_{26}Fe\)
  • \({}^{208}_{84}Pb\)
  • \({}^{4}_{2}He\)