atomist theory meaning

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atomist theory (noun): (chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles.

Definition of atomist theory

  1. (chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles
    • the ancient Greek philosophers Democritus and Epicurus held atomic theories of the universe

    Synonyms: atomism, atomic theory, atomistic theory

    Type of: theory

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