IB Physics HL E 3 5 Strong Nuclear Force Questions

Distinguish HL nuclear particles by the forces they experience, identifying when the strong nuclear and Coulomb forces both act.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • Analyse strong nuclear force range, strength and exchange-particle mediation.
  • Explain competition between strong and electromagnetic forces in stable nuclei.
  • Calculate interaction range or mediator mass using exchange-particle relationships.

IB Physics HL E 3 5 Strong Nuclear Force Questions question 1

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A short-range attractive force operates between nucleons.

State the name of this force.

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