Atomology

/ˌætəˈmɑːlədʒi/ noun

Definition

The scientific study of atoms and atomic structure.

Etymology

From atom (Greek atomos) + -logy (study of). A formal scientific term combining Greek roots to describe the study of the smallest particles of matter.

Kelly Says

Atomology is the ancient dream of philosophers finally fulfilled—Democritus guessed about atoms 2,400 years ago, and atomology proved he was basically right!

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