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What is the stability of an isotope based on?
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1 of 2The stability of an isotope is based on its neutron to proton ratio. In elements that have atomic number 20 or less the neutron to proton ratio is 1:1 for a stable isotope. In elements that have atomic numbers between 21 and 82 the neutron to proton ratio is approximately 1.5:1.
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