Both radioactive isotopes and stable isotopes contain the same number of electrons and protons.

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Both radioactive isotopes and stable isotopes of an element have the same number of protons (which defines the element) and typically have the same number of electrons in their neutral state, ensuring they exhibit similar chemical behaviors. The difference lies in the number of neutrons in the nucleus, affecting their stability.

Both Radioactive Isotopes and Stable Isotopes Contain the Same Number