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Aristotle's view of matter was that it:
Options
A is composed of indivisible particles called atoms.
B is continuous and can be divided infinitely.
Correct Answer
C consists of four elements: earth, air, fire, and water, which are made of atoms.
D is made of tiny, solid, indestructible spheres.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Aristotle rejected atomism and believed that matter was continuous and infinitely divisible. He also proposed the four-element theory (earth, air, fire, water), which was not based on atoms.

Hint

He disagreed with Democritus on the concept of indivisible particles.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1366 of 1872
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