Famous quote by Werner Heisenberg

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What we observe is not nature itself, but nature exposed to our method of questioning
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"What we observe is not nature itself, but nature exposed to our method of questioning"

- Werner Heisenberg

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This quote by Werner Heisenberg suggests that our observations of nature are not always a precise representation of the true nature of the world. Heisenberg is suggesting that our observations are restricted by the techniques we utilize to question and comprehend the world around us. Heisenberg's quote implies that our observations are shaped by our own predispositions and preconceived notions, and that our understanding of the world is restricted by our own methods of questioning. Heisenberg's quote likewise recommends that our observations of nature are not necessarily an accurate representation of the real nature of the world, and that our understanding of the world is restricted by our own methods of questioning. Heisenberg's quote indicates that our observations are shaped by our own biases and preconceived notions, and that our understanding of the world is limited by our own techniques of questioning. Heisenberg's quote motivates us to be familiar with our own predispositions and preconceived notions, and to be available to new ways of questioning and comprehending the world around us.

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Werner Heisenberg This quote is written / told by Werner Heisenberg between December 5, 1901 and February 1, 1976. He was a famous Physicist from Germany. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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