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Though many have tried, no one has ever yet explained away the decisive fact that science, which can do so much, cannot
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"Though many have tried, no one has ever yet explained away the decisive fact that science, which can do so much, cannot decide what it ought to do"

- Joseph Wood Krutch

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In this quote, Joseph Wood Krutch is highlighting the restrictions of science. He acknowledges that science has actually achieved terrific improvements and has the capability to achieve numerous things. Nevertheless, he points out that science is unable to identify what it should do. This recommends that science lacks an ethical compass and can not supply guidance on what actions need to be taken. Regardless of numerous attempts, no one has had the ability to discuss or validate this fundamental defect in science. Krutch's words function as a pointer that while science can bring about progress and innovation, it is eventually as much as individuals to determine the ethical ramifications and effects of clinical advancements.

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Joseph Wood Krutch This quote is written / told by Joseph Wood Krutch between November 25, 1893 and May 22, 1970. He was a famous Environmentalist from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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