After A.D 900
democritus was greek philosophers.
Democritus thought that the world was composed of atoms .
Time frame from 14th c - late 16th c.
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400 BC
1874 to 1926
1887-1986
After A.D 900
Democritus's atomic theory was ignored for a long time because it lacked experimental evidence and was overshadowed by other competing schools of thought such as Aristotle's philosophy. Additionally, Democritus's ideas were considered too radical and not widely understood during his time.
Democritus's first name was Democritus.
Democritus is known for his atomic theory, which he developed in the 5th century BC. His ideas were revolutionary for the time and laid the groundwork for modern atomic theory.
Democritus was a philosopher, not an experimentalist.
Democritus's beliefs were not widely accepted by society during his time. His theory of atoms was overshadowed by the dominant philosophical views of the time. It was not until much later that his ideas gained more recognition and acceptance.
During their time, both Aristotle and Democritus had followers who believed in their respective philosophies. Aristotle's teachings were more widely accepted and influential in the ancient world, while Democritus' ideas were not as widely known or popular until much later.
Democritus was a Greek philosopher, born in Abdera, Thrace, which is now part of modern-day Bulgaria.
The cause of death of Democritus is not known. History has his age at death from 90 to 109. This is quite old for the time, so is likely he died of natural causes. However, Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher king, wrote Democritus was 'eaten by lice or vermin.'