Compared to the electrostatic force, the nuclear force between adjacent protons in a nucleus is
A) about the same size.
B) only slightly weaker.
C) only slightly larger.
D) much weaker.
E) much stronger.

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The nuclear force, also known as the strong nuclear force or strong force, is much stronger than the electrostatic force at the short distances within an atomic nucleus. This is why it can overcome the electrostatic repulsion between protons to hold the nucleus together.

Compared to the Electrostatic Force, the Nuclear Force Between Adjacent