molecular manipulation
nounUK /məˈlɛkjʊlə məˌnɪpjʊˈleɪʃən/
US /məˈlɛkjələr məˌnɪpjəˈleɪʃən/
Moving tiny pieces called molecules around to build or change things.
Scientists use molecular manipulation to design new medicines.
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2. The act of changing how molecules are arranged in a material.
The new plastic was made by molecular manipulation of its structure.
3. A technique in science fiction for reshaping matter at the smallest level.
The hero's suit allowed molecular manipulation of the air around him.
4. Controlling molecules to create tiny machines.
Molecular manipulation is a key step in building nanobots.