nucleide

Example:The nuclide of uranium-235 is used in nuclear reactors and weapons.

Definition:The term nuclide refers to a specific isotope of an element, characterized by its composition of protons and neutrons.

Example:B/readily used in dating methods, isotope carbon-14 is one of the most common isotopes studied.

Definition:An isotope is a variant of a chemical element characterized by its specific mass number, which is determined by the number of neutrons in the atomic nucleus.

Example:The atomic nucleus is the site of nuclear reactions and radioactivity.

Definition:The nucleus is the central part of an atom containing protons and neutrons. When discussing radioactivity or stability, the term nucleus is often used interchangeably with nuclide or isotope.