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What scientific principle was indirectly influenced by Democritus's idea of indivisible particles?
Options
A The discovery of isotopes and neutron
B The quantum theory
C The law of conservation of mass
D The law of multiple proportions
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Democritus's atomic idea influenced Dalton, who developed the law of multiple proportions based on atoms combining in simple ratios.

Hint

Think about atomic combinations in simple ratios.

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