The pair of protons in the nucleus of a helium atom
A)attracts a pair of orbiting electrons.
B)repels orbiting electrons.
C)both of these
D)neither of these

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The pair of protons in the nucleus of a helium atom attracts a pair of orbiting electrons due to the electromagnetic force. This force is responsible for the attraction between opposite charges, such as protons and electrons. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. Option B is incorrect because the protons would not repel the orbiting electrons since they are both negatively charged, and like charges repel each other.

The Pair of Protons in the Nucleus of a Helium