isotopes Flashcards
1
Q
what is the unit of measurement for isotopes
A
atomic mass unit (amu OR u)
2
Q
whats a isotope
A
an atom of an element with the same number of protons but with a different number of neutrons
3
Q
how do u find the mass of an isotope
A
number of protons + number of neutrons = mass (amu/u)
4
Q
where is the mass number found on a symbol
A
top left
5
Q
where is the atomic number found on an isotope
A
bottom left
6
Q
what is the relative abundance of an isotope
A
the percentage of atoms with a specific atomic mass found in natural elements
