What is the primary force that holds the nucleus together?

Practice Questions

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What is the primary force that holds the nucleus together?
  1. Electromagnetic force
  2. Gravitational force
  3. Strong nuclear force
  4. Weak nuclear force

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary force that holds the nucleus together?
  • Step 1: Understand that the nucleus is the center of an atom.
  • Step 2: Know that the nucleus is made up of protons and neutrons.
  • Step 3: Realize that protons are positively charged and repel each other.
  • Step 4: Learn that neutrons have no charge and help to stabilize the nucleus.
  • Step 5: Identify the strong nuclear force as the force that acts between protons and neutrons.
  • Step 6: Conclude that the strong nuclear force is what keeps the protons and neutrons together in the nucleus despite the repulsion between protons.
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