Democritus

Democritus’ atomic theory and philosophical ideas greatly influenced later thinkers and continue to impact scientific thought and philosophy.

Democritus was a prominent figure in Ancient Greek philosophy and made important contributions to the understanding of the natural world.

Democritus proposed that all matter consists of indivisible atoms and the void, laying the foundation for modern atomic theory.

Democritus is known for developing the atomic theory and making significant contributions to the field of natural philosophy.

Democritus studied under Leucippus and other prominent philosophers of his time.

Democritus was born in Abdera, Thrace (modern-day Greece).