Question

The following atoms are all variations of the element carbon: 12C, 13C, and 14C due to differing
numbers of neutrons. What are these variations called?
A. Isotopes
B. Polymers
C. Molecules
(D. )Isomers

Im stuck between isotopes and isomers?

Answer 1

Definition of isotopes: Anyy of two or more forms of a chemical element, having the same number of protons in the nucleus, or the same atomic number, but having different numbers of neutrons in the nucleus, or different atomic weights.

Answer 2

so it would be isotopes.

Answer 3

Yes. They are all Carbon atoms but they have varying number of neutrons and hence 12C, 13C, 14C.

Answer 4

ok thankyou!

Answer 5

you are welcome.

Answer 6

I would have to say Isotopes

Answer 7

thanks!