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Science Quote by Henri Poincar

“Science is built up of facts, as a house is built of stones; but an accumulation of facts is no more a science than a heap of stones is a house” quote by Henri Poincar
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“Science is built up of facts, as a house is built of stones; but an accumulation of facts is no more a science than a heap of stones is a house”

Henri Poincar

About This Quote

Science is built on interconnected facts, like stones forming a house; isolated facts lack the structure of science.

In simple terms: Facts need connection to become science.

Key Takeaway

Integrate knowledge to build understanding.

Themes

science facts structure knowledge integration

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

science facts structure

When to use this quote

  • education
  • research
  • policy making

Key Concepts

philosophy of science systems thinking epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure facts form a coherent whole?
  • What frameworks help connect disparate data?
A Different Perspective

Over‑emphasis on isolated data can mislead conclusions.

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