Q166 / 180 · COMEDK 2017 · Physics

Identify the wrong statement in the following. Coulomb's law correctly describes the electric force that

A
binds the electrons of an atom to its nucleus.
Correct answer
B
binds the protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.
C
binds atoms together to form molecules.
D
binds atoms and molecules to form solids.

Solution

According to Coulomb's law, electrostatic force acts only between two charge particles. Neutron is a neutral particle, therefore Coulomb's law is applicable only for protons.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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