Isotope
An isotope is a variant form of a chemical element that has the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons, giving it a different atomic mass. Isotopes are important in various scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, and biology, as they provide valuable information about the behavior and properties of elements.
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Isotopes are important in various scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, and biology, as they provide valuable information about the behavior and properties of elements. This Wikipedia page on isotopes provides a detailed explanation of their characteristics, discovery, classification, and diverse applications. It also discusses isotopes' role in nuclear energy, radiometric dating, medical imaging, and other scientific and technological fields. The page offers a comprehensive overview of isotopes and their significance in understanding the atomic world.