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Who proposed that atoms of different elements combine in simple whole number ratios to form compounds?
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A John Dalton
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B Joseph Proust
C Amedeo Avogadro
D J.J. Thomson
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

John Dalton's atomic theory included the idea that atoms of different elements combine in simple whole number ratios to form compounds, which is the basis of the law of definite proportions.

Hint

This scientist is credited with the first modern atomic theory.

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