atomic mass The average mass of an atom of a given element. For elements with only one isotope, this mass is the same as the mass of each atom. However, for elements with more than one isotope, the atomic mass is the average mass for all the isotopes of the element. Related entries atomic mass unit mass number Related categories ATOMIC AND NUCLEAR PHYSICS PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY PARTICLE PHYSICS Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) |