Understanding Yield: Does the Equation Need Breaking Down?

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The discussion centers on the equation for calculating yield in fusion reactions, specifically the relationship between binding energy (BE) of products and reactants. The equation presented is BE(product) - BE(reactant#1) - BE(reactant#2), but questions arise regarding the need for further breakdown if reactants are also products of fusion. The consensus indicates that while the equation is a starting point, a deeper analysis may be necessary to fully understand the yield dynamics in complex fusion scenarios.

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Is this how it works? :

BE(product) - BE(reactant#1) - BE(reactant#2) => Yield from fusion of product

Easy enough, but what if reactant#1 and/or reactant#2 are also products of fusion?? Does the equation need to be broken down even further, or is the final BE for the final reactants all that is needed?
 
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