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mass number
The number of protons and neutrons in one atom of a particular isotope of an element. Mass number is also known as the nucleon number since protons and neutrons are collectively known as nucleons. Although all atoms of a given element have the same atomic number, their mass number can differ depending on the number of neutrons they contain.
Related entries
• atomic mass
• atomic mass unit
Related categories
• ATOMIC AND NUCLEAR PHYSICS
• PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
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