William Whewell Quotes
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The system becomes more coherent as it is further extended. The elements which we require for explaining a new class of facts are already contained in our system. In false theories, the contrary is the case.
William Whewell
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Author Details:
Type:
Philosopher Quotes
Category:
English Philosopher Quotes
Date of Birth:
May 24, 1794
Date of Death:
March 6, 1866
Nationality:
English
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John Locke
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Francis Bacon
Roger Bacon
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Annie Besant
John Stuart Mill
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