Which of the following best compares Democritus's view of matter and our current view?
A) Both views are based on belief only.
B) Both views are based on firm experimental evidence.
C) The ancient view is based on thought only, but the current view is based on experimental evidence.
D) Both views are based on a combination of thought and experimental evidence.

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Democritus's view of matter, which introduced the concept of atoms, was based on philosophical reasoning rather than empirical evidence. In contrast, our current understanding of atoms and matter is heavily grounded in experimental evidence and scientific investigation.

Which of the Following Best Compares Democritus's View of Matter