impurity
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This occurs when an impurity is so heavy that it barely moves at all.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 8, 2026
Until now, physicists have not had a clear theory that links this extreme case with the mobile impurity picture.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 8, 2026
It followed concerns in several countries that the products may contain the impurity.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2024
A specific lot labeled L200183 tested high in impurity and low in the inactive ingredient ascorbic acid, commonly called Vitamin C.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 3, 2023
Perhaps she’s the impurity in him, the static in his signal that the bullies can sense.
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
According to Prof. Schmidt, the new theory provides a versatile way to describe quantum impurities across different spatial dimensions and a wide variety of interactions.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
Tiny impurities in the water or even microscopic scratches inside a container can provide those starting points.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 8, 2026
The manufacturing process can also introduce impurities — like bacteria or heavy metals — into peptide drugs.
From Salon ● Apr. 4, 2026
Ice masters look at the PH levels of the water and purify it to remove minerals and impurities.
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
The sieving winnowed out tiny pebbles and other impurities.
From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park
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