Energy Quote by Erwin Schrodinger
“In Darwin's theory, you just have to substitute 'mutations' for his 'slight accidental variations' (just as quantum theory substitutes 'quantum jump' for 'continuous transfer of energy'). In all other respects little change was necessary in Darwin's theory...”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence with colleagues, 1935
Darwin’s theory needs only minor terminology updates, not fundamental change.
In simple terms: Darwin’s ideas are essentially correct, just rename parts.
Accept core ideas, refine language.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- biology lectures
- science education
- philosophical debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do terminology shifts affect understanding?
- Are core concepts truly unchanged?
Changing words may not address deeper misconceptions.