What is the difference between an isotope and an ion?
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An isotope is a version of an element that has the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons, resulting in a different atomic mass. For example, carbon-12 and carbon-14 are isotopes of carbon.
On the other hand, an ion is an atom or molecule that has gained or lost electrons, giving it a net electrical charge. Ions can be positively charged (cations) or negatively charged (anions) and are not limited to any specific element.