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Nucleon Number (Noun)

Meaning

The sum of the number of neutrons and protons in an atomic nucleus.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Examples

  • The nucleon number of hydrogen-1 is one, consisting of one proton and no neutrons.
  • The atomic mass of an atom is approximately equal to its nucleon number.
  • To find the nucleon number, a scientist typically measures the sum of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.
  • Carbon-12, consisting of six neutrons and six protons, has a nucleon number of twelve.
  • An element with a nucleon number over 83 is unlikely to be stable due to the instability of its nucleus.

Synonyms

  • Mass Number

Hypernyms

  • Mass Unit
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