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Calculating Neutron Number from Mass Number
Calculate the number of neutrons in an isotope using the formula: neutrons = mass number − atomic number.
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Atomic Structure and Nuclear Forces
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Understand the composition of the atom, identify and notate isotopes, and explain how the strong nuclear force holds the nucleus together and what ratio of neutrons to protons produces stability.
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