Isotope Flashcards
1
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Isotope
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Isotopes are atoms of the same element having the same numbers of protons, but different numbers of neutrons
2
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Stable
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describes a nucleus that does not change spontaneously. The protons and neutrons in the nucleus are held together strongly.
3
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Unstable
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describes an atom in which the neutrons and protons in the nucleus are not held together strongly
4
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Radioisotope
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a radioactive form of an isotope
