Quote by Lewis Thomas

The capacity to blunder slightly is the real marvel of DNA. Without this special attribute, we would still be anaerobic bacteria and there would be no music.

The capacity to blunder slightly is the real marvel of DNA.

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This quote highlights the marvelous nature of DNA's ability to make slight mistakes, which ultimately advances evolution. The presence of this unique capability allows for the creation of intricate and complex organisms, such as us humans, as opposed to remaining as simple anaerobic bacteria. By emphasizing the role of "blundering" in the DNA, the quote suggests that such errors act as catalysts for progress and innovation, enabling the development of incredible phenomena, such as music, that would have otherwise been impossible.

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