The phrase "element analysis" refers to the process of breaking down something into individual parts or elements in order to understand each part's characteristics or properties. Full definition
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Hair element analysis measures the levels of essential and toxic elements in hair, providing about a two to three month view of nutrition and toxic element exposure. (rmalab.com)
This was then subjected to finite element analysis, an engineering technique that predicts stress and strain in a complex geometric object. (sciencedaily.com)