Which of the following does not accurately describe the forces that exist within an atom

Which of the following does not accurately describe the forces that exist with an atom? A. Electrons positioned farther away from the nucleus are less attracted to the nucleus than are electrons positioned closer to the nucleus. B. Electrons positioned closer to the nucleus have a greater attraction to the protons and are more likely to be discharged from the atom than electrons farther away. C. Electrons closer to the nucleus and electrons farther from the nucleus repel due to like charges. D. Electrons in an atom are attracted to the protons within the nucleus due to opposite charges.

Electrons positioned closer to the nucleus have a greater attraction to the protons and are more likely to be discharged from the atom than electrons farther away- does not accurately describe the forces that exist with an atom.

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Electrons positioned closer to the nucleus have a greater attraction to the protons and are more likely to be discharged from the atom than electrons farther away- does not accurately describe the forces that exist with an atom.

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What are the forces that exist inside an atom?

The atom is comprised of three major particles—protons, neutrons and electrons. There are four forces (Electromagnetic, Strong, Weak, and Gravity) that are responsible for the behavior of the particles and thus keep the atom together.

Which of the following is a correct description of an atom?

Answer and Explanation: Atoms are composed of neutrons and protons in the nucleus, with electrons orbiting outside the nucleus in orbitals. Therefore option c is the correct answer.

How the type of an atom is defined?

The number of protons in the nucleus is the atomic number and it defines to which chemical element the atom belongs. For example, any atom that contains 29 protons is copper. The number of neutrons defines the isotope of the element.

What is atom and example?

An atom is any particle of matter at its most basic level which contains at least one proton. Here are some examples of the atoms: hydrogen (H) and neon (Ne).