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elements
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a substance that is composed of only one type of atom, typically characterized by specific physical and chemical properties
- Oxygen is an essential element for human respiration.
- Gold is a precious metal and chemical element with the symbol Au.
- The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic numbers and properties.
- Hydrogen is the simplest element, with only one proton in its nucleus.
- Carbon is a versatile element found in all living organisms and many non-living materials.
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an abstract component or essential part of something
- Carbon is a crucial element in organic chemistry.
- The periodic table lists all known chemical elements.
- In storytelling, character development is a vital element.
- Creativity is an essential element in solving complex problems.
- The detective searched for elements of a pattern in the suspect's behavior.
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a physical part of a whole, especially one that can be separated, replaced, or attached within a system
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the natural conditions or environment most suitable for a plant or animal
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a straight line that forms part of the surface of a cylinder or cone
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the state or situation in which someone feels most natural, effective, or at ease
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one of the four basic substances—earth, water, air, fire—believed in ancient and medieval thought to make up the physical world