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Task · part of 2. Basic Nuclear Science

2(b). 3-D models of three isotopes, and how quarks make up nucleons

Required

Choose an element. Build 3-D models of the atoms of three of its isotopes, showing neutrons, protons and electrons, and write the isotope notation with atomic and mass numbers. In a separate model or diagram, show how quarks make up protons and neutrons.

Where this step comes from

  1. Nuclear Science Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-02-19), Requirement 2(b)

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