What is the main reason for the stability of atomic nuclei?

Practice Questions

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What is the main reason for the stability of atomic nuclei?
  1. Electromagnetic force
  2. Gravitational force
  3. Strong nuclear force
  4. Weak nuclear force

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the main reason for the stability of atomic nuclei?
  • Step 1: Understand that atomic nuclei are made up of protons and neutrons.
  • Step 2: Know that protons are positively charged and repel each other due to their charge.
  • Step 3: Learn that neutrons are neutral and do not have a charge, so they do not repel protons.
  • Step 4: Discover that there is a strong nuclear force that acts between protons and neutrons.
  • Step 5: Realize that this strong nuclear force is much stronger than the repulsive force between protons.
  • Step 6: Conclude that the strong nuclear force holds the protons and neutrons together, making the nucleus stable.
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