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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which scientist first proposed the idea that atoms are indivisible and cannot be cut further?
Options
A Aristotle
B John Dalton
C Democritus
Correct Answer
D J.J. Thomson
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ancient Greek philosopher Democritus first proposed the concept of 'atomos,' meaning indivisible, as the fundamental building blocks of matter.

Hint

This idea dates back to ancient Greece, long before modern chemistry.

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