Question

the stability of atomic nuclei seems to be related to the ratio of:
A-protons to electrons
B-neutrons to protons
C-isotopes to neutrons
D- neutrinos to gamma rays

Answer 1

Atomic nuclei stability

This is the balance of neutrons and protons in a nuclei.

This balance determines whether the nucleus will be stable or unstable.

A larger number of neutrons or protons interferes with this balance.

This is because it disrupts the binding energy from the strong nuclear forces making the nucleus unstable.

The correct answer is thus :

Neutrons to protons