Just one living cell in the human body is, more complex than New York City.
Linus PaulingRead
I have made hundreds of dives in submersibles, with each dive holding the promise of seeing an organism or a behavior that no one has ever seen before. But I have always wondered about the animals and behaviors that we're not seeing because our bright lights and loud thrusters scare them away.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the curiosity and concerns of exploring the unknown and the impact of human presence on marine life.
Edith Widder's quote encapsulates the excitement of scientific exploration in the depths of the ocean, illustrating the dual nature of discovery. While every dive brings the potential for new observations of unique organisms and behaviors, it also raises poignant questions about what is missed due to human interference, highlighting the delicate balance between exploration and the preservation of natural habitats.
Themes
ExplorationOceanMarine LifeCuriosityDiscoveryConservation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a marine biology seminar to emphasize the importance of understanding oceanic ecosystems.
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