What is another word for nuclides?
Pronunciation: [nˈuːkla͡ɪdz] (IPA) 
Nuclides are atoms that have the same number of protons in their nucleus, but different numbers of neutrons. There are many synonyms for the word nuclides, including isotopes, atomic species, radioactive species, and radiotopes. Isotopes are perhaps the most commonly used synonym for nuclides, as this term is also often used in everyday language. Atomic species and radioactive species are also commonly used synonyms, especially in scientific literature. Radiotopes is another synonym that describes nuclides that emit radiation. Regardless of which term is used, nuclides play an important role in understanding the behavior and properties of atoms.
