What is an isotope?
Isotope

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An isotope is a variant of a chemical element that has the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons, resulting in a different atomic mass.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you determine the number of neutrons in an isotope?
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To find the number of neutrons in an isotope, subtract the number of protons (atomic number) from the atomic mass (rounded to the nearest whole number).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the atomic number of an element?
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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of the atomic mass of an isotope?
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The atomic mass of an isotope reflects the total number of protons and neutrons in its nucleus, influencing its stability and behavior in chemical reactions.
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How many protons does the isotope Carbon-14 have?
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Carbon-14 has 6 protons.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If an isotope has an atomic mass of 27 and 13 protons, how many neutrons does it have?
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It has 14 neutrons (27 - 13 = 14).
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What is the symbol for an isotope with 12 protons and 13 neutrons?
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The symbol is ²⁵Mg (Magnesium-25).
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