Definition & Meaning of "atom"in English

Atom

(science) the smallest part of a chemical element that is found in the nature

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Inanimate

Composition

Simple

Countable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

atoms

Examples

The atom is composed of a nucleus containing protons and neutrons, surrounded by electrons.

(nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything

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