Quote by Denis Diderot

The following general definition of an animal: a system of different organic molecules that have combined with one another, under the impulsion of a sensation similar to an obtuse and muffled sense of touch given to them by the creator of matter as a whole, until each one of them has found the most suitable position for its shape and comfort.

The following general definition of an animal: a system of d

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This quote presents a unique definition of an animal, stating that it is a complex arrangement of various organic molecules. According to the quote, these molecules come together due to a sensory impulse similar to a dull and muted sense of touch, given to them by a higher power. This impulse is believed to guide the molecules into finding their ideal positions in terms of both shape and comfort. In essence, the quote suggests that animals are intricately structured systems that have arisen through a combination of sensory guidance and natural processes.

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