Quote by John Charles Polanyi

Scientia is knowledge. It is only in the popular mind that it is equated with facts.

Scientia is knowledge. It is only in the popular mind that i

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This quote suggests that the true meaning of "scientia" is knowledge, but in society's perception, it is often wrongly synonymous with facts alone. It implies that scientific knowledge encompasses more than just factual information, extending to the understanding and interpretation of that knowledge. This distinction highlights the importance of recognizing the broader scope of "scientia" beyond bare facts, emphasizing its multidimensional nature.

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