Does the strong nuclear force hold the nucleus of the atom together?

The strong force holds together quarks, the fundamental particles that make up the protons and neutrons of the atomic nucleus, and further holds together protons and neutrons to form atomic nuclei. As such it is responsible for the underlying stability of matter.

What would happen to the nucleus of an atom if there were no strong nuclear force?

If the strong nuclear force residue ceased to exist only Hydrogen nuclei could exist as the binding energy for heavier elements would no longer exist. If the weak nuclear force ceased to exist radioactive decay involving the conversion of protons into neutrons and vice versa would no longer be possible.

What is the strong force that holds the nucleus together?

The strong nuclear force
The strong nuclear force pulls together protons and neutrons in the nucleus. At very small distances only, such as those inside the nucleus, this strong force overcomes the electromagnetic force, and prevents the electrical repulsion of protons from blowing the nucleus apart.

How does the strong force affect the nucleus?

The strong force binds quarks together in clusters to make more-familiar subatomic particles, such as protons and neutrons. It also holds together the atomic nucleus and underlies interactions between all particles containing quarks.

What happens when the strong force is broken?

When the strong nuclear force that binds protons and neutrons in an atom is broken, extreme high-energy photons are released in the process. When the nuclei of atoms smash together or break apart, they often change their mass in the process. This gain or loss of mass corresponds to a loss or gain of energy, as well.

How much stronger is the strong force than gravity?

The “strong” nuclear force is 10 to the 38th power stronger than Gravity. That’s 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 times stronger!

What’s the strongest force on earth?

The strong nuclear force, also called the strong nuclear interaction, is the strongest of the four fundamental forces of nature.