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No. 10,669 in French

molécules

"Molécules" refers to the smallest units of a chemical substance that retain its composition and properties, consisting of two or more atoms bonded together.

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  • Les molécules sont les unités fondamentales de la chimie.

    Molecules are the fundamental units of chemistry.

    Here, "molécules" is used to describe the basic building blocks in the science of chemistry, highlighting its scientific context and meaning.

  • Dans l'air que nous respirons, il y a des molécules d'oxygène et de dioxyde de carbone.

    In the air we breathe, there are oxygen and carbon dioxide molecules.

    The term "molécules" here refers specifically to the compositional elements of gases in the atmosphere, showcasing its real-world application.

  • Les chercheurs analysent les molécules pour comprendre les réactions chimiques.

    Researchers analyze molecules to understand chemical reactions.

    In this sentence, "molécules" is emphasized as an object of scientific study to reveal processes and observations in chemistry.

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