substance

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They would need the approval of two doctors and, while the lethal substance would be provided by a medical professional, it would have to be self-administered by the patient.

From BBC

Even when present in extremely small quantities, these chemical compounds helped researchers identify the substances used in preservation.

From Science Daily

Slowly, “Undertone” reveals itself to be all style and very little substance, with enough baffling character choices to make you groan.

From Salon

Wastewater can contain trace amounts of various substances, including psychoactive medications commonly used to treat mental health conditions.

From Science Daily

These bonds create the backbone of countless substances including fuels, plastics and complex biological molecules.

From Science Daily