Every aspect of the world today - even politics and international relations - is affected by chemistry.
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I like people. I like animals, too-whales and quail, dinosaurs and dodos. But I like human beings especially, and I am unhappy that the pool of human germ plasm, which determines the nature of the human race, is deteriorating.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep appreciation for humanity and a concern for the decline in human genetics.
Linus Pauling's quote highlights his fondness for both people and animals, reflecting a broader connection to life on Earth. It reveals his anxiety about the diminishing quality of human genetic material, suggesting that the essence of humanity is important and should be preserved for future generations. This concern underscores the significance of both biological diversity and ethical responsibility towards the human race.
Themes
HumanityGeneticsAppreciationConcernDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
During a seminar on biology, you could use this quote to emphasize the importance of preserving human genetic diversity.
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