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What was Maharshi Kanada's primary contribution to atomic structure?
What was Maharshi Kanada's primary contribution to atomic structure?
- He introduced the concept of atoms having specific weights. (correct)
- He proposed that all matter is composed of indivisible particles.
- He stated that atoms are the smallest unit of matter.
- He believed in the existence of empty space between atoms.
Which concept is attributed to Democritus regarding atomic theory?
Which concept is attributed to Democritus regarding atomic theory?
- Atoms are composed of elements that can be created and destroyed.
- Atoms are indivisible and form the basis of all matter. (correct)
- Atoms have emotional and psychological properties.
- Different atoms can combine to form unique compounds.
How did Maharshi Kanada's perspective on atoms differ from that of Democritus?
How did Maharshi Kanada's perspective on atoms differ from that of Democritus?
- Both theorists agreed on the indivisibility of atoms.
- Kanada believed in the concept of atomic weight while Democritus did not. (correct)
- Kanada suggested that atoms could be divided infinitely.
- Democritus proposed the existence of particular types of atoms.
What philosophical approach did Democritus take in his atomic theory?
What philosophical approach did Democritus take in his atomic theory?
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What role did emptiness (void) play in Democritus's atomic theory?
What role did emptiness (void) play in Democritus's atomic theory?
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