Quote by George Leonard

The simplest single-celled organism oscillates to a number of different frequencies, at the atomic, molecular, sub-cellular, and cellular levels. Microscopic movies of these organisms are striking for the ceaseless, rhythmic pulsation that is revealed. In an organism as complex as a human being, the frequencies of oscillation and the interactions between those frequencies are multitudinous.

The simplest single-celled organism oscillates to a number o

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This quote emphasizes the presence of oscillations and frequencies within living organisms at different levels of complexity. It highlights that even the simplest single-celled organism exhibits rhythmic pulsations at various levels, from atomic to cellular. When exploring more complex organisms like humans, these frequencies of oscillation and their interactions become even more diverse and numerous. The quote implies that oscillations play a fundamental role in the functioning and behavior of living systems, emphasizing the importance of rhythmic patterns in understanding biological processes.

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