First half of a two-volume encyclopedia on physics, aptly? Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Thursday, January 16, 2025 · 21-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, January 16, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 16, 2025 · 21-Across · 4 letters
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(physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element
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