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Isotope
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each of two or more forms of the same element that contain equal numbers of protons but different numbers of neutrons in their nuclei, leading to variation in atomic mass
Example
Radioactive isotopes, like technetium-99 m, are employed in medical imaging for diagnostic purposes.
Deuterium and tritium are isotopes of hydrogen, distinguished by their different numbers of neutrons.
Uranium-235 and uranium-238 are isotopes of uranium, playing crucial roles in nuclear fission reactions.
Isotopes play a crucial role in understanding nuclear reactions, radiometric dating, and various applications in science and technology.
Carbon-12 and carbon-14 are isotopes of carbon, with the former having 6 neutrons and the latter having 8 neutrons.
