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Atomic Mass Unit.
Atomic Mass Unit - as a noun
Unit of mass for expressing masses of atoms or molecules
Example Sentences
"The atomic mass unit is a unit of mass used to express atomic and molecular weights."
"The atomic mass unit is equal to 1/12 the mass of a carbon-12 atom."
"The atomic mass unit is commonly abbreviated as amu."
"Scientists use the atomic mass unit to compare the masses of different atoms."
"The atomic mass unit is defined based on the mass of a specific isotope of carbon."
