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What did John Dalton mistakenly believe about chemical atoms?
What did John Dalton mistakenly believe about chemical atoms?
- They are indivisible (correct)
- They have an underlying structure
- They are not fundamental particles
- They are composed of electrons and protons
Who coined the term 'atom'?
Who coined the term 'atom'?
- Aristotle
- John Dalton
- Democritus
- Leucippus (correct)
When did atomic theory gain widespread acceptance in the scientific community?
When did atomic theory gain widespread acceptance in the scientific community?
- 18th century
- 16th century
- 19th century (correct)
- 17th century
Who believed that atoms were infinite in number, uncreated, and eternal?
Who believed that atoms were infinite in number, uncreated, and eternal?
What did Democritus teach about atoms?
What did Democritus teach about atoms?
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