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Explanation: Pu-241 is a highly radioactive isotope. It is used in nuclear reactors and nuclear bombs because of its instability. The others have a ratio of one proton to one neutron and are very stable.

There are some elements that have no stable nucleus. Most notably Technetium and most elements above Lead.

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