Quote by Abdus Salam

Soon I knew the craft of experimental physics was beyond me - it was the sublime quality of patience - patience in accumulating data, patience with recalcitrant equipment - which I sadly lacked.

Soon I knew the craft of experimental physics was beyond me

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges their limitations in the field of experimental physics. They realize that it goes beyond their ability and expertise. The speaker specifically highlights their lack of patience, a crucial quality required in this discipline. Experimentation requires meticulous data collection and dealing with challenging equipment, which demands a great deal of determination and perseverance. By noting their deficiency in patience, the speaker accepts that they are not suited for the meticulous and patient nature of experimental physics.

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Patience

By Abdus Salam

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