Which fundamental force acts over the shortest distance?A.Gravitational forceB.Strong nuclear forceC.Weak nuclear forceD.Electrostatic force
Question
Which fundamental force acts over the shortest distance?A.Gravitational forceB.Strong nuclear forceC.Weak nuclear forceD.Electrostatic force
Solution
The fundamental force that acts over the shortest distance is B. Strong nuclear force. This force is responsible for holding the nucleus of an atom together and it acts at a distance of less than 1 femtometer (10^-15 meters).
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