decay
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The result comes from studying the decay – a kind of transformation – of sub-atomic particles called B mesons.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
We investigated how these B mesons decay into other particles, finding that the particular way in which this happens disagrees with the predictions of the Standard Model.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
Mr. Auslin notes that preserving the original copy from age-related decay became a challenge, and conservation efforts compounded the damage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
We began to roll past dead and dying trees in various stages of decay.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
I am afraid that my mortal body stinks of sweat, of decay, of fear.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
Vocabulary lists containing decay
Earth Science - Middle School
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Rocks and Minerals - Introductory
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Earth Science: Natural Resources and the Environment
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