nuclear force
[ˈnuːkliər fɔːrs]
nounpl: nuclear forces
força nuclear
1. The strong fundamental interaction that binds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus of an atom
The nuclear force is responsible for holding the nucleus together despite the electromagnetic repulsion between protons.
A força nuclear é responsável por manter o núcleo unido apesar da repulsão eletromagnética entre os prótons.
2. Military capability based on nuclear weapons; a nation's nuclear arsenal and delivery systems
France developed its nuclear force as a deterrent during the Cold War.
A França desenvolveu sua força nuclear como dissuasão durante a Guerra Fria.
3. The armed forces of a nation equipped with nuclear weapons
The country's nuclear force serves as a strategic defense mechanism.
A força nuclear do país serve como um mecanismo de defesa estratégica.
In Brazilian and Portuguese contexts, 'força nuclear' is used primarily in academic physics discussions and defense policy debates. In international relations, it often refers to nations with nuclear capabilities like the United States, Russia, France, China, and the United Kingdom. The term carries significant geopolitical weight and is central to discussions about global security and non-proliferation treaties.
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