carbon
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These alternatives have the additional benefits of reducing carbon emissions, vibrations and the exposure of landscapers to pollution.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
A Scottish court ruled last year that the approvals failed to consider the carbon emissions the projects would indirectly generate, meaning both must reapply.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
How will Peak District carbon capture plan work?
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
The research also revealed that the pigments Reynolds used contained lead as well as vermilion, carbon black and one or more iron-earth pigments.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
“Those smudged carbon flimsies,” Garland continued, “that you have there in your briefcase. Polokov, Miss Luft...your assignments. The next one is me.”
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
Going shorter than four carbons resulted in an IL that didn't mix well with oil and was less thermally stable, he added.
From Science Daily ● May 2, 2024
"The synthesis of quaternary carbons, however, is a long-standing challenge in the field of organic chemistry, typically requiring numerous steps and relying on harsh conditions or less accessible starting materials."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 5, 2024
Energy Information Administration, the global supply of crude oil, other liquid carbons, and biofuels is expected to meet global demand through 2050.
From Seattle Times ● May 5, 2023
A particular ceramide’s character depends on the size of its acyl tail, a portion of the molecule that can contain from 12 to more than 26 carbons.
From Science Magazine ● Mar. 15, 2023
After choosing a nib Tillie said, "I hope in the future, Noah, that you will use a ballpoint pen only when you have to press hard to make multiple carbons."
From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg
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Black and Gray
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