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Why is a .(2)^(4)He nucleus more stable ...

Why is a `._(2)^(4)He` nucleus more stable than a `._(3)^(4)Li` nucles ?

A

The strong nuclear force is larger when the neutron to proton ratio is higher

B

The laws of nuclear physics forbid a nucleus from containing more protons than neutrons

C

Forces other than the strong nuclear force make the lithium nucleus less stable

D

None of the above

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C
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