Chapter 20.1, Problem 1R

To determine

To compare: the properties of the strong forces to the properties of the electromagnetic forces.

Answer to Problem 1R

Strong forces act between the nucleons inside the nucleus whereas the Electromagnetic forces act between the charged particles.

Explanation of Solution

Strong forces are non-central forces whereas the electromagnetic forces are central forces.

Strong forces do not obey inverse square law whereas the electromagnetic forces obey inverse square law.

Strong forces are non-conservative forces whereas the electromagnetic forces are conservative forces.

Strong forces are the forces that binds the neutrons and the protons together inside the nucleus whereas the electromagnetic forces are the forces between the charged particles.

Conclusion:

Strong forces are 1038 times stronger than the gravitational forces whereas the Gravitational forces are 10³⁶ times stronger than the gravitational forces.