SUBATOM

Etymology

Noun

subatom (plural subatoms)

Any particle that is smaller than an atom.

Anagrams

• tambous, tumbaos

Source: Wiktionary


Sub*at"om, n. (Chem.)

Definition: A hypothetical component of a chemical atom, on the theory that the elements themselves are complex substances; -- called also atomicule.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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CRITICAL

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Coffee Trivia

In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.

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