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Monad
01
a unicellular microorganism
Examples
The biologist observed a monad under the microscope.
Water samples revealed several monads swimming freely.
02
a fundamental, indivisible entity or substance, often associated with Leibnizian philosophy, possessing inherent characteristics and reflecting the entire universe from its unique perspective
Examples
In Leibniz 's philosophy, monads are considered the ultimate building blocks of reality, each expressing a unique perspective on the entire universe.
The idea of monads influenced later philosophical discussions on individuality, perception, and the nature of existence.
03
an atom capable of forming one chemical bond
Examples
Hydrogen is a monad because it forms a single bond.
The reaction involved a monad combining with a diatomic molecule.
