Atomism Theory: Indian & Western Perspective

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Year : 2024 | Volume :12 | Special Issue : 04 | Page : 87-95
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Ankit Sharma,

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Shivani Kothari,

  1. Assistant Professor, Himalayan School of Yoga Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jollygrant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
  2. Student, M.Sc. Yoga Science, Himalayan School of Yoga Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jollygrant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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The atomism and atomic theory are differentiated on philosophical and scientific basis, but the thing is to have some similarities. The Kanad’s theory came in 2nd century BC and the scientific atomic theory were proposed after 19th century. The ‘añu’ that was experimented by using microscopes, was already experienced and mentioned in the Vaisheshik sutra by Kanad.  Here some important questions may be raised that, Is paramãñu by Vaisheshik and Dalton same? Is the microscopic view visible of añu? How are the partless atoms combined? Are atoms enough to create varieties of object of world or is any external power necessary? This paper delves into the intersection of atomism theory with the modern domains of polymer science and composite materials, exploring both Indian and Western perspectives. This aims to provide a critical analysis of the concept of atomism within philosophy and also its relation, similarities and differenciation to scientific views. By integrating insights, researchers can gain deeper insights into the fundamental nature of matter and unlock new frontiers in materials science and engineering.

Keywords: Paramãṇu, Añu, Atom, Atomism, Composite, Material science.

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

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Ankit Sharma, Shivani Kothari. Atomism Theory: Indian & Western Perspective. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; 12(04):87-95.
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Special Issue Open Access Review Article
Volume 12
Special Issue 04
Received 01/03/2024
Accepted 10/06/2024
Published 17/07/2024
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