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Question

In an atomic nucleus, neutrons and protons are held together by ___________?

A
Gravitational forces
B
Exchange forces
✓ Official correct answer
C
Coulombic forces
D
Magnetic forces

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A
Gravitational forces
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B
Exchange forces
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C
Coulombic forces
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D
Magnetic forces
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Explanation

According to the keyed exam answer, nucleons are bound by exchange forces.

Editor note: usually called the strong nuclear force; options left unchanged.

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