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“When I was young, I said to God, 'God, tell me the mystery of the universe.' But God answered, 'That knowledge is for me alone.' So I said, 'God, tell me the mystery of the peanut.' Then God said, 'Well George, that's more nearly your size.' And he told me.”

Quote by George Washington Carver

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George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver

George Washington Carver was a renowned American scientist known for his work in plant research and agricultural improvement. Born into a slave family in Missouri, he rose to become a prominent agricultural chemist and inventor. Carver's research focused on the utilization of peanuts, soybeans, and other crops, and his contributions had a profound impact on American agriculture. more

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