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Isotope

Different forms of an element (or types of atom) having the same number of protons in their nuclei but a different number of neutrons. Isotopes of the same element have identical chemical properties. However, they may differ in their stability. Some decay and emit radiation.

Glossary Source

JRC EU CBRNe Glossary
( EU Glossary on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive risks )
https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/bitstream/JRC128863/JRC128863_01.pdf