The binding energy per nucleon versus mass number curve for nuclei is shown in the figure. $W, X, Y$ and $Z$ are four nuclei indicated on the curve. The process that would release energy is:

  • A
    $Y \to 2Z$
  • B
    $W \to X + Y$
  • C
    $W \to 2Y$
  • D
    $X \to Y + Z$

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