Question about size of nucleus.

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In summary, the nucleus of an atom has an average diameter of about 10^-15 meters and is significantly smaller than the overall size of the atom. It can change through nuclear reactions such as fusion or fission. While the size of the nucleus does not directly affect the properties of an element, a larger nucleus may impact its stability and reactivity. There is a limit to how small or large a nucleus can be, with the smallest known nucleus being hydrogen-1 and the largest being uranium-238. As the number of protons and neutrons in a nucleus increases, it becomes increasingly unstable.
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if anybody tell me is the of hydrogen and carbons nucleus is same or not.please explane it deaply
 
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Take a look at this:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuclear_size" [Broken]
 
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And this:
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1. How big is the nucleus of an atom?

The size of the nucleus varies depending on the type of atom, but on average it has a diameter of about 10^-15 meters.

2. What is the relationship between the size of the nucleus and the size of the atom?

The nucleus is significantly smaller than the overall size of the atom, which is mostly made up of the electron cloud surrounding the nucleus.

3. Can the size of a nucleus change?

Yes, the size of a nucleus can change through nuclear reactions such as fusion or fission.

4. How does the size of the nucleus affect the properties of an element?

The size of the nucleus does not have a direct impact on the properties of an element. However, a larger nucleus may have a higher mass and a different number of protons and neutrons, which can affect the element's stability and reactivity.

5. Is there a limit to how small or large a nucleus can be?

Yes, there is a limit to how small or large a nucleus can be. The smallest known nucleus is the hydrogen-1 nucleus, while the largest known nucleus is the uranium-238 nucleus. As the number of protons and neutrons in a nucleus increases, it becomes increasingly unstable.

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