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chemical

[kem-i-kuhl] / ˈkɛm ɪ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
concerned with atom and molecule change
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The Service Inquiry report, external said chemical analysis revealed evidence that indicated the debris in the carburettor "had been present for decades".

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

The results indicate that less detailed models may underestimate how strongly stellar radiation and complex chemical processes affect the gas surrounding galaxies.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026

In court filings, Cole’s firm asserts that 26.8% of adults suffer from asthma or asthma-like conditions and 27.5% suffer from chemical sensitivity.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

The same chemical feature also appears to make RNA condensates more likely to develop interconnected networks and shift from a fluid state into a more rigid, gel like structure.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

In the 1920s, scientists were just beginning to understand living systems in chemical terms.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee

He contends that when hotels circulate synthetic fragrances through scent dispersion machines, they may be spreading toxic chemicals, potentially causing respiratory problems, headaches, skin irritation and gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and cognitive problems among vulnerable guests.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

They learned the oil extraction process often involves chemicals that can harm fertility or fetal health.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026

These are mostly the same issues that sank previous rounds, including a cap on plastic production, mention of human health, and designating problematic plastic products or chemicals of concern.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

Scientists are finding chemicals in natural-fiber clothing that can penetrate skin and cause health effects at sufficient exposures.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

It was more than just pain nanites, she must have had all sorts of numbing, rejuvenating chemicals and microbots inside her.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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