An isotope is an atomic form of an element with the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons, altering its atomic mass.
Un isótopo es una forma atómica de un elemento con el mismo número de protones pero diferente número de neutrones, lo que altera su masa atómica.
| Front | isotope |
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| Back | One of several atomic forms of an element, each with the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons, thus differing in atomic mass. |
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