Atomic Theory Through the Ages

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Who first used the term 'atom' to describe particles that couldn't be broken down any further?

  • Ancient Greeks
  • Ancient Indians
  • John Dalton (correct)
  • Chemists in the 17th century

According to the particle model, which of the following statements is true?

  • There are spaces between particles
  • Particles can join to make larger particles
  • Particles are too small to be seen
  • Particles have mass (correct)

What did the ancient Greeks use the word 'atomos' to describe?

  • Particles that could not be divided up any further (correct)
  • Particles that could be divided up further
  • Particles that were larger than atoms
  • Particles that were invisible

According to the particle model, what happens to the particles when it is hotter?

<p>Particles move faster (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did John Dalton and other chemists in the 17th century onwards develop?

<p>The concept of the atom (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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