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“When brains get sufficiently big, presumably, as human brains have, consciousness seems to emerge.” quote by Richard Dawkins
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“When brains get sufficiently big, presumably, as human brains have, consciousness seems to emerge.”

Richard Dawkins

About This Quote

Large brains give rise to consciousness as an emergent property of complex neural networks.

In simple terms: Big brains produce conscious experience.

Key Takeaway

Recognize complexity’s role in mind.

Themes

neuroscience philosophy emergence

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • public talks
  • science documentaries

Key Concepts

consciousness complexity neural scaling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does brain structure influence subjective experience?
  • Can consciousness arise without a brain?
A Different Perspective

Consciousness may not be fully explained by size alone.

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