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astrochemistry
as·tro·chem·is·try
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ˌæs
troʊˈkɛm
ə
stri
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noun
a branch of astronomy and
chemistry
dealing with the chemical composition and
evolution
of the universe and its parts.
Origin:
1970–75;
astro-
+
chemistry
Related forms
as·tro·chem·i·cal
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troʊˈkɛm
ɪ
kəl
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,
adjective
as·tro·chem·i·cal·ly,
adverb
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astrochemistry
(ˌæstrəʊˈkɛmɪstrɪ)
—
n
the study of the chemistry of celestial bodies and space, esp by means of spectroscopy
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
2009 © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins
Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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