das Isotop
Translation
isotope
Examples
Kohlenstoff-14 ist ein radioaktives Isotop.
Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope.
Isotope haben die gleiche Protonenzahl.
Isotopes have the same number of protons.
Grammar Patterns
((das Isotop)) the isotope The isotope is unstable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nuclide (a broader term). Antonyms: none.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek 'ísos' (equal) and 'tópos' (place), as isotopes of an element occupy the same place on the periodic table.
Memory Tips
Remember 'iso-' means 'same' (like in isosceles triangle) and 'top' relates to 'place' (like in topography). Same place, different neutron count.