Add a second, a third and fourth neutron. Pay attention to the description of the isotope formed. How many different isotopes of hydrogen can exist for a substantial length of time, say more than a few minutes?
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Hydrogen has three primary isotopes: - Protium (¹H) with 1 proton and 0 neutrons. - Deuterium (²H) with 1 proton and 1 neutron. - Tritium (³H) with 1 proton and 2 neutrons. Show more…
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