neutron number


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neutron number

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(General Physics) the number of neutrons in the nucleus of an atom. Symbol: N
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Since these elements are sequential on the periodic table and with close density values their neutron number density will be similar as well.
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* Tell your students that the neutron number is estimated; in reality, it is not always an exact numbed
The periodic table
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