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Interpretation:
Objection made by Aristotle to the atomic theory is to be discussed.
Concept introduction:
Atomic theories state that all the matter is composed of atoms that are composed of protons, neutrons and electrons.
Answer to Problem 35A
The major objection made by Aristotle was that empty spaces do not exist, thus atom cannot move and the matter is made up of earth, fire, air and water.
Explanation of Solution
Aristotle was one of the most influential Greek philosophers. Aristotle had rejected the idea of atoms because it did not match with his own ideas about nature. Aristotle’s major objection came for the idea that atoms moved through empty space. According to Aristotle, empty spaces did not exist.
Aristotle believed that matter is composed of earth, fire, air and water and empty spaces do not exist.
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