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THE PARTICLE MODEL OF MATTER

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  • The work of Democritus
    460 BCE

    The work of Democritus

    He hypothesised that all matter is made up of tiny discrete particles called atoms which are too small to be seen.
  • The work of Aristotle
    460 BCE

    The work of Aristotle

    He hypothesised that matter has a continuous composition that can be broken down into smaller and smaller pieces!
  • Period: 460 BCE to 361 BCE

    DEMOCRITUS

    Democritus was one of the first Greek philosopher. He was born in Abdera, Thrace.
  • Period: 460 BCE to 322 BCE

    Aristotle

    He was another Greek philosopher. He was born in the city of Stagira, Chalkidice.