Quote by Philip C. Plait

Science asymptotically approaches reality

Science asymptotically approaches reality

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This quote means that the field of science continually advances, getting closer and closer to understanding and explaining the true nature of reality. However, it suggests that science may never fully reach an absolute and complete understanding of reality, but rather continuously approaches it as it accumulates knowledge and progresses over time.

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