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Isotopes of Hydrogen Explained | Protium, Deuterium & Tritium | Chemistry

 

Isotopes of Hydrogen Explained | Protium, Deuterium & Tritium | Chemistry

Hydrogen is the simplest element in the periodic table, but it is unique because its isotopes have special names. Understanding these isotopes is an important topic for Class 9, Class 10, FBISE, BISE, O Level, and MDCAT students.

In this video lesson from SM-Educate Chemistry, we explain the isotopes of hydrogen in a simple and exam-focused way.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fONzvIEq4mY

What You Will Learn

  • Definition of isotopes

  • Why hydrogen has three isotopes

  • Protium (¹H)

  • Deuterium (²H or D)

  • Tritium (³H or T)

  • Number of protons, neutrons, and electrons

  • Stable and radioactive isotopes

  • Heavy water (D₂O)

  • Real-life applications of hydrogen isotopes

  • Important MCQ concepts for board examinations

Hydrogen Isotopes at a Glance

Protium (¹H)

  • 1 Proton

  • 0 Neutrons

  • 1 Electron

  • Most abundant isotope

  • Stable

Deuterium (²H or D)

  • 1 Proton

  • 1 Neutron

  • 1 Electron

  • Stable isotope

  • Used in heavy water and scientific research

Tritium (³H or T)

  • 1 Proton

  • 2 Neutrons

  • 1 Electron

  • Radioactive isotope

  • Used as a tracer and in nuclear research

Hydrogen isotopes have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons, so they have nearly identical chemical behavior while differing in mass and some physical properties.

Who Should Watch?

  • Class 9 Students

  • Class 10 Students

  • FBISE Students

  • BISE Students

  • O Level Chemistry Students

  • MDCAT Aspirants

  • Chemistry Teachers

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