If the nucleus is a few fm in diameter, the distance
Chapter 29, Problem 51GP(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 51GP
If the nucleus is a few fm in diameter, the distance between the centers of two protons must be ≈2 fm.
a. Calculate the repulsive electric force between two protons that are 2.0 fm apart.
b. Calculate the attractive gravitational force between two protons that are 2.0 fm apart. Could gravity be the force that holds the nucleus together?
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