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What is the force that stops two nuclei getting close together?

The electrostatic repulsion.


Why is a large amount kinetic energy required to force nuclei together?

A large amount of kinetic energy is required to force nuclei together because nuclei are positively charged and repel each other due to electromagnetic forces. Overcoming this repulsion requires a significant amount of energy to bring the nuclei close enough for the strong nuclear force to take effect and bind them together in a nuclear reaction.


Why are collisions between the nuclei difficult to achieve?

Atomic nuclei usually have a positive charge, so they will tend to repel each other. A neutron on the other hand, carries no charge and may easily interact with either the electron shells, or with the nucleus.


Why does fusion require such a high temperature before it can begin?

Fusion reactions require high temperatures to overcome the electrostatic repulsion between positively charged atomic nuclei, allowing them to come close enough for the strong nuclear force to bind them together. The high temperature provides the particles with enough kinetic energy to overcome this repulsion and initiate the fusion process.


Is high pressure required for a fusion reaction?

Yes, high pressure is required for a fusion reaction to occur because it helps bring the nuclei close enough together for the strong nuclear force to overcome the electrostatic repulsion between positively charged nuclei. The high pressure creates conditions similar to those found in the core of stars where fusion naturally occurs.

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What is the force that stops two nuclei getting close together?

The electrostatic repulsion.


Why does nuclear fusion bring nuclei extremely close together?

Because the nuclei are all positively charged they repel each other. They are made to stick to each other when brought close enough for the strong force to take hold.


Why does nuclear fusion require bringing nuclei extremely close together?

Because the nuclei are all positively charged they repel each other. They are made to stick to each other when brought close enough for the strong force to take hold.


Why is a large amount kinetic energy required to force nuclei together?

A large amount of kinetic energy is required to force nuclei together because nuclei are positively charged and repel each other due to electromagnetic forces. Overcoming this repulsion requires a significant amount of energy to bring the nuclei close enough for the strong nuclear force to take effect and bind them together in a nuclear reaction.


Why are collisions between the nuclei difficult to achieve?

Atomic nuclei usually have a positive charge, so they will tend to repel each other. A neutron on the other hand, carries no charge and may easily interact with either the electron shells, or with the nucleus.


Why does nuclear fusion require high temperature?

To bond together, two nuclei must be thrown together with great force. This is because every nucleus has a positive charge and the nuclei repel each other when they come close. If that resistance is overcome and the nuclei actually begin to impact each other, then it is possible for one proton in one nucleus to change to a neutron and bind or 'fuse' together with the other nucleus. The great force required here includes both extreme heat and extreme pressure, comparable to that inside stars.


Is you will become a doctor an example of a short-term goal?

Usually it is not a short term goal. It is usually an example of a long term goal. If someone is close to getting their medical degree, it would then be an example of a short term goal.


What happens when you try to push the atoms close together?

When atoms are pushed close together, they experience repulsion due to the electrostatic forces between their positively charged nuclei. This repulsion increases as the distance between atoms decreases, making it difficult to compress them further. If the force pushing the atoms together is too strong, it can lead to the atoms overcoming this repulsion and bonding together in a chemical reaction.


Why can neutrons be found when protons hang around?

Protons and neutrons hang out together in atomic nuclei due to the strong nuclear force, which causes them to strongly attract each other at very close range.


What is one type of repulsive force operating on atoms brought close together?

One type of repulsive force operating on atoms brought close together is the electron-electron repulsion. This occurs when the negatively charged electrons in each atom come into close proximity, causing a repulsive force due to their like charges.


Where is the best place to go trick or treating?

Usually in apartments and houses that are close together like town houses.


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yes it was confirmed on the news.They did an accapella of too close after that they said that they never rehearsed it though!