Physics · JEE | Nuclei
हिन्दीGiven below are two statements: Statement I: The nuclear force depends strongly on whether the interacting nucleons are protons or neutrons and is dependent on their electric charge. Statement II: The nuclear force is much stronger than the Coulomb repulsive force between protons inside the nucleus. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
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Correct answer · Option A
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
Explanation
Statement I is incorrect because nuclear force is charge-independent (n-n, p-n, p-p forces are approximately the same). Statement II is correct because nuclear force easily overcomes Coulomb repulsion.