| molecule |
(L. diminutive of moles, a little mass) A unit of matter, the smallest portion of an element or a compound that retains chemical identity with the substance in mass. The molecule usually consist of a union of two or more atoms; some organic molecules containing a very large number of atoms.
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| molality |
The number of moles of solute per litre of solvent.
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| molarity |
The number of moles of a substance contained in a kilogram of solution. See mole.
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| molecular biology |
The area of knowledge concerned with the molecular aspects of organisms and their cells.
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| molluscum contagiosum |
a viral infection that causes white bumps on the skin; usually clears up in a few months
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