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What is the main reason why stable nuclei never have more protons than neutrons?

Options

  1. ANeutrons are electrically neutral and help stabilize the nucleus.
  2. BProtons are positively charged and repel one another electrically.
  3. CNeutrons produce attractive forces that balance the repulsion between protons.
  4. DNeutrons and protons have similar charges but different masses, creating stability.

Correct answer

B. Protons are positively charged and repel one another electrically.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (B) Protons are positively charged and repel one another electrically.

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