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molecule

Pronunciation: /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

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Definition of molecule

noun

Chemistry
  • a group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction.

Origin:

late 18th century: from French molécule, from modern Latin molecula, diminutive of Latin moles 'mass'

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