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Essential Element

/ɪˈsɛnʃəl ˈɛlɪmənt/noun
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An essential element is a fundamental substance or component that is indispensable for the proper functioning or existence of a system, whether in biology, chemistry, or everyday contexts. In scientific terms, it refers to specific chemical elements required for life processes, like oxygen in respiration; today, the phrase is also used metaphorically in business or education to highlight must-have factors for success.

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