Quote by Louis Pasteur

The universe is asymmetric and I am persuaded that life, as it is known to us, is a direct result of the asymmetry of the universe or of its indirect consequences. The universe is asymmetric.

The universe is asymmetric and I am persuaded that life, as

Summary

This quote suggests that the universe is not symmetrical, and therefore life as we know it exists due to this natural asymmetry, either directly or indirectly. It implies that the lack of perfect balance and symmetry in the universe is what allows for the existence of life.

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By Louis Pasteur

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