Quote by Warren Weaver

We keep, in science, getting a more and more sophisticated view of our essential ignorance.

We keep, in science, getting a more and more sophisticated v

Summary

This quote suggests that scientific advancements lead to a deeper understanding of how much we don't know. As science continues to progress, we realize the vast amount of knowledge that still eludes us. Despite our growing sophistication, we become increasingly aware of the vast frontiers of ignorance that lie ahead. It highlights the continuous pursuit for knowledge and the humbling realization that there is always more to discover and understand about the complexities of the natural world.

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