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nuclide

(no̵̅o̅′klīd′, nyo̵̅o̅′-)

noun

a specific type of atom that is characterized by its nuclear properties, such as the number of neutrons and protons and the energy state of its nucleus

Origin: < nucleus + -ide < Gr eidos, form: see -oid

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nuclidic adjective

See nuclide in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A type of atom specified by its atomic number, atomic mass, and energy state, such as carbon 14.

Related Forms:

nu·clidˈic (no͞o-klĭdˈĭk, nyo͞o-) adjective

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