as in particle
a very small piece
give me just one atom of information about the novel's surprise ending
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Feathers became red, for example, when the chain ended with an aldehyde, a chemical group that contains an oxygen and a hydrogen atom attached to a carbon atom.
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Elizabeth Pennisi, science.org, 31 Oct. 2024
This reaction generates a helium atom and a neutron, which carries most of the energy from the reaction.
—Sophie Blondel, The Conversation, 18 Oct. 2024
At around 380,000 years, though, the cosmos cooled enough that electrons could combine with protons to form neutral hydrogen atoms for the first time.
—Marc Kamionkowski, Scientific American, 15 Oct. 2024
In red feathers, these chains of carbon atoms ended with an organic compound called aldehyde.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
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Elizabeth Pennisi, science.org, 31 Oct. 2024
This reaction generates a helium atom and a neutron, which carries most of the energy from the reaction.
—Sophie Blondel, The Conversation, 18 Oct. 2024
At around 380,000 years, though, the cosmos cooled enough that electrons could combine with protons to form neutral hydrogen atoms for the first time.
—Marc Kamionkowski, Scientific American, 15 Oct. 2024
In red feathers, these chains of carbon atoms ended with an organic compound called aldehyde.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
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While the triggers for the extreme cold at that time are debated, prevailing theories involve changes in tectonic plate activity, including the release of particles into the atmosphere that reflected sunlight away from Earth.Liam Courtney-Davies, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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In fact, scientists suspect that the magnetosphere coaxes Triton’s energetic particles to cross over to Neptune’s atmosphere and excite auroral flares on the planet.Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
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Listed by Kathryn Bentzen of Coldwell Banker Realty for a speck under $8.5 million, the roughly 1.7-acre parcel is tucked away behind high walls and gates.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
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Too much fluoride can also lead to dental fluorosis, which is cosmetic and can lead to the outer enamel layer of the tooth to have white specks or lines.Nadia Kounang, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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Scientists have long wondered where these molecules come from.Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
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Because of this similarity, THC is able to attach to molecules called cannabinoid receptors on neurons in these brain areas and activate them, changing various mental and physical functions.Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
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Poets and cub scouts, romantics and scientists, people young and old around the world have looked up and been dazzled by the flecks of light speckled across the night’s inky canvas.Abbey Stone, SELF, 31 Oct. 2024
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This technique is primarily performed to alter the color so a dish wouldn’t end up with black flecks.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024
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Showbiz ran in Cher’s blood, as her mother was a struggling actress with bit parts in a number of TV series.Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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The walking paths were shut down due to intense winds, and all of the suites and rooms were reserved for the Hallmark staff and talent to have a little bit of privacy.Emily Longeretta, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Filling your plate with whole grains, fruits, protein, and healthy fats—including eggs, yogurt, or whole-wheat toast—is generally considered a nutritious breakfast.Kristen Fischer, Health, 20 Nov. 2024
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The company is actively involved in expanding its camelina grain production operations, with contracts for more than 40,000 acres in North America and 60,000 acres in Argentina.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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While most of the top brands don’t demonstrate a correlation between views growth and TikTok Shop momentum, anti-wrinkle silicone patch brand Wrinkles Schminkles is a key exception.Noor Lobad, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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His effect was such that patches bearing his initials will be worn by student-athletes among USF’s 21 men’s and women’s teams.Tom Layberger, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Provide customers with short, digestible snippets of content, as even the most complex of projects can be shortened into basic steps.Cassi Hallam, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, the reunion features snippets of tense moments between the likes of Hannah and Nick, Marissa and Ramses, as well as Alexandra and Tim.Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Atom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atom. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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