Which force is primarily responsible for holding the nucleus together? (2022)

Practice Questions

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Which force is primarily responsible for holding the nucleus together? (2022)
  1. Gravitational force
  2. Electromagnetic force
  3. Weak nuclear force
  4. Strong nuclear force

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which force is primarily responsible for holding the nucleus together? (2022)
  • Step 1: Understand that the nucleus of an atom is made up of protons and neutrons.
  • Step 2: Know that protons are positively charged and would normally repel each other due to their like charges.
  • Step 3: Learn that neutrons are neutral and do not have a charge.
  • Step 4: Identify the strong nuclear force, which is a powerful force that acts between protons and neutrons.
  • Step 5: Realize that the strong nuclear force overcomes the repulsion between protons and holds the nucleus together.
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