The equation given, E = mc², can be directly used to determine the unknown amount of nuclear binding energy. Substitute the values given to the equation,
E = (5.0531 x 10^-29 kg) x (3 x 10^8 m/s)² = 4.548 x 10^-12 J
Thus, the nuclear binding energy is equal to 4.548 x 10^-12 J.
