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Madam curie coined the term, and it is because of the activity a radio makes when near a radiation source
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∙ 12y ago
The term "atom" originates from the Greek word "atomos," which means indivisible. This term was used to describe the smallest particle of matter that could not be divided further. The concept of atoms has evolved over time with advancements in atomic theory.
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∙ 13y agoAtom comes form the Greek for "Not-divisible", a-tom.
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What is the term for a bond where an electron pair is shared but both electrons have been donated by one atom?
The term for a bond where an electron pair is shared but both electrons have been donated by one atom is called a coordinate covalent bond or a dative bond. In this type of bond, both electrons in the shared pair come from the same atom.
What is the term for how much an atom wants to attract an electron?
The term which means the amount that a given atom (or radical) attracts electrons is electronegativity.
What is the term for energy that comes from inside the nucleus of an atom?
Nuclear energy is the term for energy that comes from inside the nucleus of an atom. This energy can be released through processes such as nuclear fission or nuclear fusion.
Which term is used to describe the smallest particle retaining all the properties of a substance element ion or molecule?
For a substance the term is molecule, for an element the term is atom.
What language did atom come from?
the greek word atomos which means uncuttable
Which term is defined as an atom that has a charge?
Ionized atom Excited atom
When did the guy who invented the term atom live?
The term atom comes from ancient Greek meaning indivisible.
What is an atom smasher?
An atom smasher is an informal term for a particle accelerator.
What term is defined as a atom that has a charge?
When an atom has an electric charge it is called an ion.
What is the term for an atom that has an unstable nucleus?
radioisotope
What is another term for an atom that is unstable?
isotope
What term is defined as the center of the atom?
"nucleus"
What is an atomus?
An atomus is an obsolete term for an atom.
What term is defined as the center of an atom?
"nucleus"
What is the term for an atom the decays?
unstable, radioactive
What is the term for how much an atom wants to attract an electron?
The term which means the amount that a given atom (or radical) attracts electrons is electronegativity.
What ancient civilization named the atom?
The term atom is greek, and a literal translation is un-cut.
