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Explain why the masses of atoms of the same element may differ

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Hello!

each element atom has a certain number of protons, which weigh 1 AMU, but the same element can have a different number of neutrons (weighing 1 AMU), which results in what is called an isotope

Normally, the atoms contain the same amount on neutrons. However, sometimes they gain more neutrons, which increases the atomic mass by 1 AMU for each additional proton.

I hope this helps, and have a nice day!

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