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explain the difference of neutral atom, ions, and isotopes?
A neutral atom has equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no net charge. Ions are atoms that have gained or lost electrons, giving them a net positive or negative charge. Isotopes are atoms of the same element with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons, thus having different atomic masses.
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A neutral atom is electrically neutral due to equal protons and electrons. Ions are charged due to electron gain or loss. Isotopes of an element vary in neutron - number and atomic mass.