particle physics Flashcards
1
Q
proton number
A
no of protons inside nucleus
2
Q
nucleon number
A
no of protons and neutrons inside the nucleus
3
Q
isotopes
A
same no of protons different no of neutrons
4
Q
strong nuclear force
A
acts between nucleons and holds the nucleus together against electrostatic repulsion of the protons
-force decreases massively when distance increases
