Tellurium128

Tellurium-128 is a stable isotope of the element tellurium. Its nucleus contains 52 protons and 76 neutrons, giving it a mass number of 128. Tellurium-128 is the most abundant isotope of tellurium, making up approximately 31.7% of the naturally occurring element. It is a naturally occurring isotope and is not radioactive. Its stability means it does not undergo radioactive decay. The primary method for detecting and measuring tellurium-128 is through mass spectrometry. In astrophysical contexts, tellurium-128 is believed to be synthesized through the slow neutron capture process, also known as the s-process, which occurs in stars. It has a relatively high abundance compared to other tellurium isotopes. Its stability and abundance make it a common subject in studies of isotopic abundances and nucleosynthesis.