According to Quantum Chromodynamics,the Force That Keeps Quarks Confined Within

question 17

Multiple Choice

According to Quantum Chromodynamics,the force that keeps quarks confined within a proton (or neutron) increases as the separation between the individual quarks increases.Which statement below best represents this scenario?

• A)The quarks are tied together by nonstretchable strings.
• B)The quarks are tied together by elastic strings.
• C)The quarks move independently of each other.
• D)The force between the quarks has a 1/r² behavior like gravity.
• E)The potential energy of a quark decreases with separation.

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