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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. -
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.