1. Relative atomic masses were determined instead of individual atomic masses because comparing the masses of different elements directly was challenging. By expressing atomic masses relative to a standard (like carbon-12), scientists could establish a consistent and comparable scale for all elements.

    Relative atomic masses were determined instead of individual atomic masses because comparing the masses of different elements directly was challenging. By expressing atomic masses relative to a standard (like carbon-12), scientists could establish a consistent and comparable scale for all elements.

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  2. Relative atomic masses were determined using the laws of chemical combinations by analyzing the mass ratios of elements in compounds formed through chemical reactions. These ratios revealed the proportions in which elements combine, providing insight into their relative atomic masses.

    Relative atomic masses were determined using the laws of chemical combinations by analyzing the mass ratios of elements in compounds formed through chemical reactions. These ratios revealed the proportions in which elements combine, providing insight into their relative atomic masses.

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  3. Scientists were prompted to measure the atomic mass of atoms to understand the fundamental building blocks of matter and their properties. Determining atomic masses allowed for the development of a standardized system to characterize and compare elements.

    Scientists were prompted to measure the atomic mass of atoms to understand the fundamental building blocks of matter and their properties. Determining atomic masses allowed for the development of a standardized system to characterize and compare elements.

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  4. Dalton's theory explained the law of constant proportions by proposing that compounds are formed by combinations of atoms in fixed ratios. Each compound has a specific ratio of atoms, and regardless of the sample's size, this ratio remains constant.

    Dalton’s theory explained the law of constant proportions by proposing that compounds are formed by combinations of atoms in fixed ratios. Each compound has a specific ratio of atoms, and regardless of the sample’s size, this ratio remains constant.

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  5. The significant concept proposed by Dalton's atomic theory was that atoms are indivisible and indestructible, and chemical reactions involve the rearrangement of atoms to form new substances while preserving the total mass.

    The significant concept proposed by Dalton’s atomic theory was that atoms are indivisible and indestructible, and chemical reactions involve the rearrangement of atoms to form new substances while preserving the total mass.

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