⌂ Nuclear Forces

The strong force holds nuclei together against electromagnetic repulsion. The weak force causes beta decay, transforming neutrons into protons.

Proton (+)
Proton (+)
Neutron
Electron (e⁻)
Antineutrino (ν̄)
Proton (+)
Protons repel each other electromagnetically.
Press "Demonstrate" to see how the strong force overcomes this.