Question

Atoms of different elements with the same number of neutrons are called:

• A. Isotopes
• B. Isomers
• C. Isobars
• D. Isotones

Hint:

Isotones have the same number of neutrons, which gives them similar nuclear properties, but different chemical properties.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

• Option 1: Isotopes - This is incorrect. Isotopes are atoms of the same element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons, not atoms of different elements with the same number of neutrons.
• Option 2: Isomers - This is incorrect. Isomers are molecules that have the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements, not atoms with the same number of neutrons.
• Option 3: Isobars - This is incorrect. Isobars are atoms of different elements that have the same mass number (atomic mass), not the same number of neutrons.
• Option 4: Isotones - This is the correct answer. Isotones are atoms of different elements that have the same number of neutrons, but different numbers of protons and thus belong to different elements.

Explanation: 

Atoms of different elements with the same number of neutrons are called isotones. Although they have the same number of neutrons, they have different atomic numbers (protons), meaning they belong to different elements.