isotope

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Definitions

n.

One of two or more forms of a chemical element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

同位素

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
isoprefix
+
toperoot
=isotope

Common Collocations

  • 1.radioactive isotope放射性同位素
  • 2.carbon isotope碳同位素

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope used for dating ancient artifacts.

  • 2.

    Scientists study different isotopes of uranium to understand nuclear reactions.

  • 3.

    The hospital uses medical isotopes to treat certain types of cancer.

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