When an atom of an element has a different number of neutrons from an atom of the same element and results in these atoms of the same element having different atomic masses, they are said to be _________________.
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Isotopes have the same number of protons (which determines the element), but different numbers of neutrons. Since neutrons contribute to the atomic mass of an atom, isotopes of the same element will have different atomic masses. Show more…
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