as in particle
a very small piece
not a molecule of sense in that girl
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Recent Examples of molecule
And these drugs arose from our understanding of how cell death happens and the specific molecules involved.
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Steven Strogatz, Quanta Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
The key genes change the chemical structure of the pigment molecule through the actions of an enzyme which adds just one atom of oxygen to the pigment.
—Simon Griffith, JSTOR Daily, 5 Dec. 2024
While the molecule was identified and named in 2001, the Einzigers were the first to recognize that Malassezin could be valuable in the context of skincare.
—Lindzi Scharf, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
During it, small sugar molecules are chemically broken down by bacteria or fungi until a new molecular compound is formed.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
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Steven Strogatz, Quanta Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
The key genes change the chemical structure of the pigment molecule through the actions of an enzyme which adds just one atom of oxygen to the pigment.
—Simon Griffith, JSTOR Daily, 5 Dec. 2024
While the molecule was identified and named in 2001, the Einzigers were the first to recognize that Malassezin could be valuable in the context of skincare.
—Lindzi Scharf, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
During it, small sugar molecules are chemically broken down by bacteria or fungi until a new molecular compound is formed.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
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With 9 million residents, the county is the most populated in the United States, and those living along its beaches, on its inland coast and in several of its cities are under an air quality alert stemming from the particle pollution levels caused by fires.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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These particles can also reduce visibility, explaining the hazy skies commuters woke up to.Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
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There were also no visible specks of spices like the Shamrock nog.Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
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But a break in the case finally came in 2002 when the Contra Costa County forensic lab matched DNA in Kemp’s hair with the genetic makeup of a speck of blood found on one of Wiltsey’s fingernails.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Astronomers are now able to take inventory of these atoms and molecules and compare their compositions both from planet to planet as well as to their parent stars.Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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When these hit Earth’s magnetic field, they’re channeled towards the poles, where some will collide with atoms in the atmosphere.Michael Irving, New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
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As on Android, the bulk of the app data is deleted to free up space, with key bits of information kept on your phone.David Nield, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
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This understandable bit of gamesmanship has unintended consequences.Nate Jones, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2024
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The other side: But concerns over water fluoridation have included fluorosis, when growing teeth are exposed to too much fluoride and develop white flecks or spots, and reduced IQ in children.Kale Williams, Axios, 25 Nov. 2024
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The agency set this recommendation based on the need for cavity prevention balanced against the risk of fluorosis, when excess fluoride exposure in young children affects the outer appearance of teeth, manifesting as white flecks, spots or lines.Joseph Choi, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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The group also wants the incoming administration to increase federal leases to develop offshore and onshore oil and gas patches in New Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska.Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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Thankfully, developer NetEase has been hard at work on improving the game, and the first major post-launch patch is now available.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Nutritious carbohydrates: Whole grains, starchy veggies (like sweet potatoes), low-glycemic fruits (such as berries or apples), and low-fat dairy support steady energy levels.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 14 Dec. 2024
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Eat a diet that emphasizes fruits and vegetables, grains, some protein and not too much fat.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Drop in brief snippets of direct quotes that capture the emotion of working with you.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Throughout the video, snippets of the movie play on a television in the background, further immersing the party in the world of The Holiday.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Molecule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/molecule. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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