Question

1. which of the following is not a postulate in daltons atomic theory?

i. all matter consists of divisible particles called atoms.
ii. atoms of the same element are identical in mass and properties.
iii. atoms cannot be created or destroyed.
iv. compounds are formed by a combination of two or more different kinds of atoms.

Explanation:

Dalton's atomic theory states that all matter consists of indivisible particles called atoms. So, statement I is incorrect as it says "divisible". Statements II, III, and IV are in line with Dalton's postulates.

Answer:

I