Question

What was one idea Dalton taught about atoms

Answer 1

The main points of Dalton's atomic theory, as it eventually developed, are: Elements are made of extremely small particles called atoms. Atoms of a given element are identical in size, mass and other properties; atoms of different elements differ in size, mass and other properties.

Answer 2

According to Dalton's atomic theory :

• All matter is made up of atoms which are indivisible and indestructible.
• Atoms of the same element have the same property and same mass.
• Compounds are made up of atoms of different elements.
• Atoms are rearranged in a chemical reaction.