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The constituents of the nucleus are held together by?


A

Electromagnetic force

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Gravitational force

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C

Strong force

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Weak force

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Solution

The correct option is C

Strong force


The strong force is a force which attracts protons to protons, neutrons to neutrons, and protons and neutrons to each other. The force has a very short range, and this is the reason the nucleus of an atom is so small.


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