island of stability en · NOUN
Meanings
- (qualifier:nuclear physics) A grouping of isotopes of some transuranic elements that are predicted to be more stable than others due to having filled shells of protons and neutrons.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| islands of stability | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
island of inversion · sea of instability · continent of stability