Multiple Choice
Is the force holding the electrons into their atomic orbits in an individual atom basically the same as the force that hold the sun's planets in their orbits? Why or why not?
A) Yes; it is the force of gravity in both cases.
B) Yes; it is the centrifugal force in both cases.
C) No; gravity holds the sun's planets in their orbits, while nuclear forces hold the electrons in their orbits.
D) No; the sun's energy source is nuclear fusion, and fusion does not occur within individual atoms.
E) No; gravity holds planets in their orbits, while the electromagnetic force holds electrons in their orbits.
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