Question

summarize the effect that aristotle had on the atomic theory proposed by democritus.

Explanation:

Aristotle rejected Democritus' atomic theory. His influence was strong, and his views dominated for centuries, delaying the acceptance of the atomic - concept. He believed in the four - element theory (earth, air, fire, water) instead of atoms.

Answer:

Aristotle rejected Democritus' atomic theory, and his influence delayed the acceptance of the atomic concept for centuries as his four - element theory was more widely accepted.