Two nuclei each contain two protons and exert a force 4 N on each other.If we transfer a proton from one of these nuclei to the other,the force on each nucleus is now reduced to 3 N.

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The force between two nuclei is given by Coulomb's law, which states that the force between two charges is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them. When we transfer a proton from one nucleus to the other, the distance between the two nuclei increases, and hence the force decreases. Thus, it is possible that the force on each nucleus reduces to 3 N after the transfer of the proton. Therefore, the given statement is true.

Two Nuclei Each Contain Two Protons and Exert a Force