composition
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Through high-pressure experiments and advanced computer simulations, researchers found that magma can absorb additional oxygen beyond the amount normally required by its chemical composition.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026
The researchers found a notable association between the composition of the gut microbiome and DunedinPACE, an advanced biomarker that measures the pace of biological aging.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 27, 2026
As on the first two records by the band, the third side of “The Same Place” contains a lengthy composition assembled from scraps.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
The Greek pianist Tania Giannouli and the Swiss pianist Nik Bärtsch both studied their instrument’s classical repertory and technique, with Ms. Giannouli also earning a degree in composition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
The next day I find an old composition book on my bookshelf and rip out the used pages in the front.
From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan
The plaintiffs’ lawyers noted in their filing that at least a half dozen suits currently pending in federal court in San Francisco related to musical compositions being improperly used to train artificial intelligence.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2026
Building a more complete picture of their chemical compositions could reveal additional clues about how planets form, how they change over time, and which conditions might favor habitability.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
After experimenting with different angles and compositions, he captured a moment that reveals the extraordinary effort involved in this seemingly simple task.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
It remains one of R.E.M.’s strongest compositions, an entire sonic landscape that morphs instantly into a whole other world.
From Salon ● Oct. 7, 2026
“She always wrote the best compositions in school,” explained Katie to her sisters.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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