Quote by Frederick Donald Coggan

My ignorance of science is such that if anyone mentioned copper nitrate I should think he was talking about policemen's overtime.

My ignorance of science is such that if anyone mentioned cop

Summary

In this quote, the speaker humorously admits their lack of knowledge about science by expressing their ignorance towards the term "copper nitrate." The comparison they make to policemen's overtime highlights their unfamiliarity and suggests that they would misinterpret the term as something entirely unrelated. Overall, the quote conveys a lighthearted and self-aware acknowledgment of one's limited understanding in a specific area while adding a touch of wit.

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Science Ignorance Police

By Frederick Donald Coggan

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