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What is the role on a neutron in an atom?
How does the number of neutrons affect the stability of an atom?
The number of neutrons in an atom can affect its stability, with some elements having isotopes that are unstable and may decay over time. Generally, the number of neutrons needed to balance out the repulsive forces of protons in the nucleus increases as the number of protons in the nucleus increases.