Quote by Benjamin Franklin

But I must own that I am much in the Dark about Light. I am not satisfy'd with the doctrine that supposes particles of matter call'd light continually driven off from the Sun's Surface, with a Swiftness so prodigious!

But I must own that I am much in the Dark about Light. I am

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their lack of understanding about the nature of light. They are not convinced by the theory that suggests light consists of tiny particles constantly emitted from the Sun at an incredibly high speed. The quote reflects the speaker's skepticism and uncertainty regarding this explanation of light, suggesting they desire a deeper understanding or alternative theories.

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