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Are two atoms of the same element identical?
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Two atoms of the same element are not necessarily identical. While they have the same atomic number, they can have different numbers of neutrons, resulting in different isotopes. Isotopes share the same chemical properties but differ in atomic mass and certain physical properties.
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