ALL meanings of atomic theory
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A a - noun atomic theory any theory in which matter is regarded as consisting of atoms, esp that proposed by John Dalton postulating that elements are composed of atoms that can combine in definite proportions to form compounds 3
- noun atomic theory the current concept of the atom as an entity with a definite structure 3
- noun atomic theory the theory that all material objects and substances are composed of atoms, and that various phenomena are explained by the properties and interactions of these atoms 3
- noun atomic theory Physics, Chemistry. any of several theories describing the structure, behavior, and other properties of the atom and its component parts. 1
- noun atomic theory Philosophy. atomism (def 1). 1
- noun atomic theory (physics) The theory that all gross matter is composed of atoms. 0
- noun atomic theory (physics) Any of several theories that explain the structure of the atom, and of subatomic particles. 0