Physics-Nuclear Forces

NEET Physics Nuclear Forces MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12

Consider a diagram showing three nucleons, two protons and one neutron, placed closely together. Which of the following statements about the nuclear force between these nucleons is correct?

Question diagram
A

The nuclear force is the same between all pairs of nucleons.

B

The nuclear force depends on the electric charge of the nucleons.

C

The nuclear force is stronger between protons than between a proton and a neutron.

D

The nuclear force does not act between neutron-neutron pairs.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The nuclear force between neutron-neutron, proton-neutron, and proton-proton is approximately the same and does not depend on electric charge.

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