Question

note: to answer some of the questions, it may help to reference a periodic table. exam 2 listen examine the image of a proton and an electron. © 2016 flipswitch which choice most accurately illustrates the electrostatic forces between protons and electrons?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall electrostatic force rule

Opposite - charged particles attract. Protons have a positive charge ($p^{+}$) and electrons have a negative charge ($e^{-}$). So, protons and electrons attract each other.

Answer:

The electrostatic force between protons and electrons is an attractive force.