abundance
Definition
Abundance refers to the proportion or percentage representation of each isotope in a given sample or element. It indicates how common each isotope is compared to others.
Analogy
Think about attending a school dance where there are three groups - 25% freshmen, 20% sophomores, and 55% juniors. The abundance of each grade level determines how crowded the dance floor will be with students from each group.
Related terms
Relative Abundance: The ratio or proportion of one isotope compared to another in a given sample.
Natural Abundance: The relative amount of an isotope occurring naturally, without any human-made modifications.
Isotopic Ratio: The comparison between the number of atoms of one isotope versus another, often expressed as a fraction or percentage.
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