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Definition of Isotopes
Atoms of the same element that have the same proton number but different nucleon number
Physical characteristics of isotopes
Isotopes have different physical characteristics in terms of melting point, boiling point, and density. This is because isotopes have different nucleon numbers or numbers of neutrons
Chemical characteristics of isotopes
Isotopes have the same chemical characteristics; this is because isotopes have the same number of protons meaning isotopes have the same number of valence electrons
Definition of radioisotopes
Isotopes with an unstable nucleus emitting radioactive rays.
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