Match the following for a pair of protons:
1. Electrostatic Force I. Attractive
2. Strong Nuclear Force II. Repulsive
A
1-I, 2-II
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B
1-I, 2-I
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C
1-II, 2-II
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D
1-II, 2-I
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Solution
The correct option is D
1-II, 2-I
Remember like charges repel, so the electrostatic force between the two protons is repulsive. Also, like we just learned, the strong nuclear force is like a glue keeping the nucleus together. So, it is attractive!