The binding energy per nucleon $v/s$ 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
    $y \longrightarrow 2 z$
  • B
    $w \rightarrow x+z$
  • C
    $w \rightarrow 2 y$
  • D
    $x \rightarrow y+z$

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