Who first coined the term 'atomos' meaning indivisible?

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Democritus

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The correct option is D Democritus
'Atomos' is a Greek term for 'atom'. Coined by the Greek philosopher, Democritus, the word 'atomos' means indivisible. Democritus believed that matter is made of tiny particles (atoms) that cannot be divided or cut any further.

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