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How do atoms become isotopes?

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Answer:

isotopes are atoms w/ more neutrons so gain or lose neutrons

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isotopes are just atoms w/ a different number of neutrons.

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Answer:

If an atom gains or loses a neutron, it becomes an isotope.

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