I don't understand anything in biology. I don't understand anything in chemistry. I don't understand anything in mathematics. I don't understand anything in physics. I don't understand anything in anything. But I understand how to learn.
— Richard Feynman Modern

Quantum electrodynamics

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Context

Likely an informal remark, paraphrased from his general philosophy.

Date / Period

Approx. 1970s

Category

Controversial

Source

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/22904-i-don-t-understand-anything-in-biology-i-…

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