The uncertainty in position of a proton confined to the nucleus of an atom is roughly the diameter of the nucleus. If this diameter is 5.6×10-15 m, what is the uncertainty in the proton's momentum? Express your answer using two significant figures.

The uncertainty in position of a proton confined to the nucleus of an atom is roughly the diameter of the nucleus. If this diameter is 5.6×10-15 m, what is the uncertainty in the proton's momentum? Express your answer using two significant figures.

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