Quote by Carl Sagan

The others would then fall silent and she would continue about doped gallium arsenide detectors, or the ethanol content of the galactic cloud W-3. The quantity of 200-proof alcohol in this single interstellar cloud was more than enough to maintain the present population of the Earth, if every adult were a dedicated alcoholic, for the age of the solar system. The tamada had appreciated the remark.

The others would then fall silent and she would continue abo

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This quote suggests that the person being described possesses a vast knowledge on various topics, including technical subjects like doped gallium arsenide detectors and the ethanol content of a galactic cloud. Their extensive knowledge and ability to share intriguing facts impresses those around them, as shown by the tamada (a toastmaster) appreciating their remark. The quote highlights the person's ability to captivate and engage others in conversation by sharing unique and thought-provoking information.

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By Carl Sagan

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