Repulsive force of protons against protons.

In summary, during research on solving a problem, it was discovered that there is currently no accurate way to calculate the repulsive force between protons in the nucleus. This force is responsible for the strong nuclear force that binds nuclei together. The question was raised on how to determine the repulsive force between two similarly charged and sized objects in Newtons instead of coulombs. This information could be used to better understand the binding of protons in the nucleus. One approximation for calculating this force is by multiplying the charges of the objects and dividing by the square of the distance between them, then multiplying by a constant of 9x109.
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While researching for a problem that I wanted to solve i came upon the fact that there is no way to truly calculate the repulsive force of protons in the nucleus with other protons in the nucleus and how at what point it starts to be truly repulsive and not the "strong nuclear force" that binds nucli together. So what is the repulsive force of two same charged same sized objects in Newtons not coulumbs? This can be used to calculate the same thing but inside the nucleus to see why protons truly are bound together.









(This is not a homework question don't move or delete it again thank you)
 
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I'm THINK (don't quote me on this) the force =

charge1 * charge2 * 9x109 / distance2

measuring charge in coulombs, and distance in meters. 9x109 is what I remember the approximation of the constant is, but it might be different.
 

1. What is the repulsive force of protons against protons?

The repulsive force of protons against protons is the electrostatic force that occurs between two positively charged particles. This force is responsible for keeping protons from collapsing into one another and is one of the four fundamental forces in the universe.

2. How is the repulsive force of protons against protons calculated?

The repulsive force between two protons can be calculated using Coulomb's law, which states that the force is directly proportional to the product of the charges and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them. This means that as the distance between two protons increases, the repulsive force between them decreases.

3. What is the significance of the repulsive force between protons?

The repulsive force between protons is essential for the stability of atoms. Without this force, protons would collapse into each other, causing all matter to disintegrate. Additionally, the repulsive force also plays a crucial role in nuclear reactions, such as fusion, which powers the sun and other stars.

4. Does the repulsive force between protons change in different environments?

Yes, the strength of the repulsive force between protons can change in different environments. For example, in a highly charged environment, such as inside a particle accelerator, the repulsive force between protons will be much stronger compared to the force in an everyday setting.

5. Can the repulsive force between protons be overcome?

Yes, the repulsive force between protons can be overcome through the process of nuclear fusion, where two or more protons are forced close enough together that the strong nuclear force overcomes the repulsive force, resulting in the fusion of the protons. This process releases a tremendous amount of energy and is the basis for nuclear power and weapons.

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