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The nucleus of a helium atom is an alpha particle, which consists of two protons and two neutrons. Which statement best explains how the two protons in an alpha particle can be bound so closely together?
- The strong nuclear force and the electromagnetic force are the same.
- The strong nuclear force is weaker than the electromagnetic force.
- The strong nuclear force is stronger than the electromagnetic force.
- The strong nuclear force and the electromagnetic force are negligible.