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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which force is responsible for producing a stable nucleus by opposing the electrostatic force of repulsion between protons?
Options
A strong
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B weak
C frictional
D gravitational
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The strong nuclear force overcomes the electrostatic repulsion between protons and holds the nucleus together.

Hint

The strong force is the attractive force between nucleons.

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