Atoms Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“Molecule, n.: The ultimate, indivisible unit of matter. It is distinguished from the corpuscle, also the ultimate, indivisible unit of matter, by a closer resemblance to the atom, also the ultimate, indivisible unit of matter ... The ion differs from the molecule, the corpuscle and the atom in that it is an ion.”
About This Quote
Defines a molecule as the smallest indivisible unit of matter, distinguishing it from similar concepts.
In simple terms: Molecule is the smallest unit of matter.
Key Takeaway
Understand basic scientific terminology.
Themes
science
definition
matter
Mood
informative
neutral
Type
educational
scientific
When to use this quote
- education
- research
- laboratory work
- teaching
Key Concepts
chemistry
physics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do definitions affect understanding?
- What are the limits of this definition?
A Different Perspective
Definitions evolve with scientific progress.
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