Science quote by Jacques Yves Cousteau

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What is a scientist after all? It is a curious man looking through a keyhole, the keyhole of nature, trying to know what
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"What is a scientist after all? It is a curious man looking through a keyhole, the keyhole of nature, trying to know what's going on"

- Jacques Yves Cousteau

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This quote by Jacques Yves Cousteau speaks to the curiosity of a scientist and the desire to comprehend the world around them. A researcher is somebody who checks out the keyhole of nature, attempting to uncover the tricks of the universe. They are driven by a passion to understand the world and the forces that shape it. They wonder and curious, always looking for brand-new responses and options. They are not content to accept the status quo, however rather strive to push the boundaries of understanding. Researchers are the explorers of the contemporary age, looking for to reveal the mysteries of the natural world. They are the ones who want to take dangers and challenge the accepted standards in order to make new discoveries. They are the ones who are willing to take the time to look through the keyhole of nature and try to comprehend what is going on.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Jacques Yves Cousteau between June 11, 1910 and June 25, 1997. He/she was a famous Explorer from France, the quote is categorized under the topic Science. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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