Question

Consider the following statements :
A: $p-p,p-n,n-n$ forces between nucleons are not equal and charge dependent
B: In nuclear reactor the fission reaction will be in accelerating state if the value of neutron reproduction factor $k>1$

• A. Both A and B are correct
• B. Both A and B are wrong
• C. A is wrong and B is correct
• D. A is correct and B is wrong

Answer 1

The correct option is C A is wrong and B is correct

Nuclear forces are charge independent.
i.e. $F_{pp}=F_{pn}=F_{nn}$
If $K$ > $1$, the fission reaction will be in accelerating state.