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Heavy stable nuclei have more neutrons than protons. This is because of the fact that

A

neutrons are heavier than protons.

B

electrostatic force between protons are repulsive

C

neutrons decay inyo protons through beta decay

D

nuclear forces between neutrons are walker than that between protons.

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