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Recognize that isotopes of a single element exhibit identical chemical behaviors due to having the same electron count and electronic structure.

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Cambridge IGCSE ChemistryAtoms, elements and compoundsSupplement content

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This point belongs to Isotopes, especially Isotopes outcomes.
You need to be able to recognize that isotopes of a single element exhibit identical chemical behaviors due to having the same electron count and electronic structure.
The key ideas to know are State and Explain.
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StateExplain

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Isotopes are used in medical imaging and treatment. For example, iodine-131 is used to treat thyroid conditions.

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State the reason isotopes of an element have the same chemical behavior.
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