The mass defect is the result of what action occurring?
A
mass being converted to energy when protons and neutrons bind together in a nucleus
B
protons and electrons being attracted to each other
C
energy being converted into moles of atoms when neutrons break apart protons
D
mass being converted to energy when protons and neutrons break apart in a nucleus
Correct Answer: mass being converted to energy when protons and neutrons bind together in a nucleus
