ATOMS
/ΛatΙmz/
7
Scrabble
8
WWF
A(1) T(1) O(1) M(3) S(1)
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Definition
/ΛatΙmz/
noun
- The smallest possible amount of matter which still retains its identity as a chemical element, now known to consist of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.
- (history of science) A hypothetical particle posited by Greek philosophers as an ultimate and indivisible component of matter.
- The smallest, indivisible constituent part or unit of something.
- In logical atomism, a fundamental fact that cannot be further broken down.
- The smallest medieval unit of time, equal to fifteen ninety-fourths of a second.
Source: Wiktionary
