What does the cryptic crossword clue "Adjusts minimal amounts of elements, including uranium in small quantities (9)" mean?

The definition is "Adjusts". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). CCUS (synonym="CCUS") in ATOMS (synonym="‘minimal amounts of elements’") = ACCUSTOMS; definition: "Adjusts" The answer is ACCUSTOMS.

Adjusts minimal amounts of elements, including uranium in small quantities (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29012 | 20 Across | 2023-03-08 flower

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