Madam curie coined the term, and it is because of the activity a radio makes when near a radiation source
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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.
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.
The term which means the amount that a given atom (or radical) attracts electrons is electronegativity.
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.
For a substance the term is molecule, for an element the term is atom.
the greek word atomos which means uncuttable