Why Is the Ratio of Neutrons to Protons Greater in the Heavier

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why is the ratio of neutrons to protons greater in the heavier elements?

• A)The greater the number of protons,the weaker the proton-neutron strong nuclear force.
• B)The greater the number of neutrons,the weaker the proton-neutron strong nuclear force.
• C)The greater the number of protons,the greater the electrostatic force of repulsion.
• D)The greater the number of neutrons,the greater the electrostatic force of repulsion.
• E)There is actually a lesser ratio of neutrons to protons in the heavier elements.

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