Four Discrete Forces in Physics
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What is responsible for binding protons and neutrons in an atomic nucleus?

  • Gravitational force
  • Electromagnetic force
  • Weak nuclear force
  • Strong nuclear force (correct)
  • Why do atoms exist according to the text?

  • Because the electromagnetic force overcomes the strong force (correct)
  • Due to the gravitational force
  • Because of the weak nuclear force
  • Because of the repulsion between protons
  • What is the 'color force' that is mentioned in the text?

  • A weak attractive force between protons
  • A force that gives colors to atomic nuclei
  • A remnant strong force binding quarks in protons and neutrons (correct)
  • The electromagnetic force
  • What happens when lightweight nuclei are fused according to the text?

    <p>Huge amounts of energy are released due to the strong nuclear interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which force is considered to be the underlying source of the energy powering stars?

    <p>Strong nuclear force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would happen if the electromagnetic force overcame the strong nuclear force completely?

    <p>Atoms could not exist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the strong nuclear force contribute to the stability of atomic nuclei?

    <p>By overcoming repulsion between protons and neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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