Question

Which system did rishi kanad invent in the field of physics ?

Answer 1

Contribution of Rishi Kanad

Explanation

• His name Kanad means 'atom eater' . Kanada states that paramanu (atom) is indestructible . The atom is indivisible because it is a state at which no measurement can be done. Kanada also put forward the idea that atoms could be combined in various ways to produce chemical changes in presence of other factors such as heat.
• .He pioneered atomic theory, described dimension, motion, chemical reactions of atoms. Vaisesika Sutras are a blend of science, philosophy and religion. The essence of these Sutras is the atomic theory of matter. It was Kanada who originated the idea that anu (atom) was an indestructible particle of matter.