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Which of the following accurately describes isotopes of an element?
Options
A Different numbers of protons but the same atomic number
B Same number of protons but different number of neutrons
Correct Answer
C Same chemical properties but different atomic numbers
D Same number of electrons but different atomic masses
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Isotopes are atoms of the same element (same number of protons) with different numbers of neutrons, resulting in different mass numbers.

Hint

Same Z, different A.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1705 of 1872
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