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One of the criticisms of Democritus's atomic theory was that it...
Options
A explained the properties of elements clearly
B was based on experimental evidence
C lacked experimental proof
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D accounted for chemical reactions
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Democritus's atomic theory was philosophical and not based on experimental evidence or the scientific method, which was a major criticism. It was later refined by Dalton with experimental support.

Hint

Consider the difference between philosophical reasoning and empirical science.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1206 of 1872
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