Átomo (en. Atom)

ˈatomos

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Basic unit of matter that forms chemical compounds.
Water is composed of hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
El agua está compuesta por átomos de hidrógeno y oxígeno.
Extremely small and indivisible particle that constitutes matter.
Scientists study the behavior of atoms under different conditions.
Los científicos estudian el comportamiento de los átomos en diferentes condiciones.

Etymology

From the Greek ἀτόμος (atomos), which means 'indivisible'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

At the atomic level
Referring to the scale of atoms.
a nivel atómico
Hydrogen atom
The simplest and most abundant atom in the universe.
átomo de hidrógeno
Atoms in conflict
Concept that refers to atoms that cannot coexist in a stable structure.
átomos en conflicto

Related Words

Molecule
Set of atoms bonded together by chemical bonds.
molecula
Ion
Atom or molecule that has gained or lost one or more electrons, acquiring an electric charge.
ion
Element
Pure substance that cannot be decomposed into simpler substances.
elemento

Slang Meanings

Minimal units in a discussion or analysis.
Their arguments are just atoms in a sea of ideas.
Sus argumentos son solo átomos en un mar de ideas.
Small details that matter.
Don't get stuck on the atoms, look at the big picture.
No te quedes en los átomos, mira el panorama general.