Discovery of the Iron Isotopes

TL;DR

This paper reviews the discovery history of 28 iron isotopes, summarizing the initial publications, production, and identification methods for each isotope.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of the discovery timeline and methods used for iron isotopes, compiling historical data into a single reference.

Findings

28 iron isotopes have been observed.

First publication details for each isotope are summarized.

Production and identification methods are documented.

Abstract

Twenty-eight iron isotopes have so far been observed; the discovery of these isotopes is discussed. For each isotope a brief summary of the first refereed publication, including the production and identification method, is presented.