atomic number

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Science: Carbon is atomic number 6 on the Periodic Table of Elements.

From The Wall Street Journal

One of the most critical rare earths is dysprosium, atomic number 66 on the periodic table.

From The Wall Street Journal

Thus, they exposed the secrets of this extremely rare lanthanide, whose atomic number is 61, in a series of meticulous experiments.

From Science Daily

In HAADF-STEM images, signal intensity correlates with the square of the atomic number, making it particularly useful for analyzing heavy elements.

From Science Daily

Lighter elements -- generally those with an atomic number of 20 or lower on the periodic table -- often have an equal number of protons and neutrons.

From Science Daily