Answer to Question #324680 in Chemistry for Lebo

Question

Write a paragraph explaining the atomic theory

Answer 1

Atomic theory is a scientific description of the nature of atoms and matter that combines elements of physics, chemistry, and mathematics. According to modern theory, matter is made of tiny particles called atoms, which are in turn made up of subatomic particles. Atoms of a given element are identical in many respects and different from atoms of other elements. Atoms combine in fixed proportions with other atoms to form molecules and compounds.

The theory has evolved over time, from the philosophy of atomism to modern quantum mechanics.