NEET Physics Nuclear Forces MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about nuclear forces is correct?
The nuclear force has a short range and does not distinguish between protons and neutrons.
Nuclear forces increase the binding energy per nucleon for heavier nuclei compared to lighter ones.
Nuclear forces are the same as electromagnetic forces and have an infinite range.
A nucleus with a higher mass number always has a higher binding energy per nucleon.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The nuclear force is indeed characterized as a short-range force that does not differentiate between protons and neutrons, aligning with the properties discussed in the NCERT content.
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