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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 into protons through beta decay.

D

nuclear forces between neutrons are weaker than that between protons.

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The electrostatic force between protons is repulsive, which may reduce stability. Due to this fact, heavy stable nuclei contain more neutrons than protons. The correct option is (b).
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