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Dalton's Atomic Theory

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AP Chemistry

Definition

Dalton's Atomic Theory is a set of postulates proposed by John Dalton in the early 19th century to explain the behavior and properties of atoms. It states that atoms are indivisible, indestructible particles that combine in simple ratios to form compounds.

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