What is the discontinuity of matter?

Answer 1

Matter is discontinous and broken. It is composed of tiny discrete particles called atoms. These atoms are held together by strong attractive forces called bonds--this is what gives matter its appearance of continuity.

This is the foundation for the dual nature of light. Just as Louis DeBroglie explains...matters such as base ball and soccer ball are two big to exhibit wavelike properties that's why their particulate properties are observed. And, particles such as elctrons, light, and energy are too small to exhibit particulate properties that's why their wavelike properties are observed. Hence: light, energy and electrons are all kinds of matter.

Gideon Ifianayi

Professor of Chemistry

Answer 2

The discontinuity of matter refers to the idea that matter is not continuous or infinitely divisible, but is instead made up of discrete particles like atoms and molecules. This concept emerged from the field of atomic theory, which postulates that matter is composed of tiny, indivisible building blocks. This view contrasts with the classical idea of continuous matter proposed by philosophers like Aristotle.