Two positively charged protons in a Helium nucleus are separated by about 2 x 10^-15 m. Use Coulomb's law to find the electrical force of repulsion between the two protons. This result will give you an indication of the strength of the STRONG nuclear force.

Two positively charged protons in a Helium nucleus are separated by about 2 x 10^-15 m. Use Coulomb's law to find the electrical force of repulsion between the two protons. This result will give you an indication of the strength of the STRONG nuclear force.

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Chapter30: Nuclear Physics

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