What Holds an Atom Together? (Explained Simply)

ATOMS · QUICK QUESTION (ages 13–16 · GCSE · middle school science) Nothing ties an atom together, so why doesn't it fall apart? Two forces, explained simply in 4 minutes: the electric force that pulls the electrons to the nucleus, why protons push each other away, the strong nuclear force that glues the nucleus together (super strong, super short), why neutrons help, and why huge atoms like uranium are radioactive. With a quick check on the way: pause, pick A, B or C, and write your letter in the comments. Chapters 0:00 The puzzle 0:32 Meet the parts 1:02 Force 1: + pulls − 1:43 The real problem 2:24 Force 2: the strong force 3:20 Recap BOSS QUESTION: two protons on their own can't stay stuck together. Why do neutrons help? Write your answer in the comments. More subjects explained simply: see the playlist "Start here" on the channel. ▶ Next: How Do Glow Sticks Work? →    • How Do Glow Sticks Work? (The Chemistry, E...   #atoms #chemistry #physics