Isotopes Explained in Simple Words with Real-life Examples

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Isotopes are variants of chemical elements that differ in the number of neutrons in their nuclei. Although isotopes have the same number of protons, which defines the element's identity, they can exhibit different atomic masses due to varying neutron counts. This difference in mass leads to unique properties and behaviors among isotopes of the same element.

Radiometric dating is one of the most significant applications of isotopes. Scientists use the decay of radioactive isotopes to determine the age of rocks, fossils, and archaeological artifacts. For instance, Carbon-14 dating relies on the decay of the radioactive isotope carbon-14 to estimate the age of organic materials. Isotopes have extensive medical uses, particularly in diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment. Furthermore, isotopic analysis provides valuable insights into geological processes, climate change, and environmental studies.

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Isotopes are one of those words I understand right up until I have to explain them. Thanks for this video!

jlglover
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One of the best videos I've watched about Isotopes. The visual aid, real-life examples, and clear commentary really helps learning easier. Thanks!

iblivs
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This video explained me about isotopes so better than my actual science books in school. Thank you :D

OofOof-lebz
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this vedio is so useful to me even my teacher cant explain like this thanks
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MumtazAli-xnoh
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If we could further our boundries of science, we would be able to make all new ways of making rare materials more efficiently and effectively.

WarlockEthan
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How to identify chlorine has 2 isotopes???? Reply plz

Durgalifestyle-
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How do they know how much carbon 14 it started with

luisito
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mass number is protons + neutrons not just neutrons

Vixeinn
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At 1:10
I think you meant the mass number is neutrons + protons

saialmatrud
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Why does an extra neutron change its properties?? Its wierd how they are all made of the same protons n neutrons but they make different elements??

luisito