160Gd
Gadolinium-160 (160Gd) is a stable isotope of the element gadolinium, which is a silvery-white, malleable, and paramagnetic lanthanide metal belonging to the periodic table's f-block. Gadolinium has the atomic number 64 and a natural isotopic abundance that is predominantly composed of its stable isotopes, with 160Gd being one of the less abundant forms.
160Gd possesses 64 protons and 96 neutrons in its nucleus, giving it an atomic mass of approximately
In nature, gadolinium exists as a mixture of its isotopes, with 160Gd contributing a small fraction. Its
Gadolinium-160 is noteworthy in nuclear science for its relatively high neutron capture cross-section compared to other
Overall, 160Gd's stable character and physical properties underpin its significance in scientific research, nuclear technology, and