The Synthesis of "isotopes"

An explanation of isotopes, variants of elements that have widespread applications in medicine, industry, and scientific research.

Learn what atomic mass means, how it's determined from an element's isotopes, and why this core concept of chemistry is so important.

Discover what atomic weight is, how it's calculated using isotopes, and why it's a fundamental concept in chemistry and the periodic table.

Discover the atomic nucleus, the tiny, dense core of an atom that holds the key to everything from nuclear energy to medical breakthroughs.

An explainer on radioactivity: the spontaneous decay of atomic nuclei, its many uses in medicine and industry, and its effects on human health.

An essential guide to the neutron, the neutral particle at the heart of the atom that is crucial for everything from nuclear energy to medical science.

Discover what an atomic number is, why it's the unique identifier for every chemical element, and how it organizes the entire periodic table.

Discover what half-life means, from dating ancient artifacts with carbon-14 to its crucial role in modern medicine and drug dosages.

An explainer on nuclear fission, the process of splitting atoms to release immense energy, its role in power generation, and its societal impact.

An essential guide to the atom, the fundamental unit of matter. Understand its structure, its relevance in modern science, and its impact on daily life.