“The amazing thing is that every atom in your body came from a star that exploded. And, the atoms in your left hand probably came from a different star than your right hand. It really is the most poetic thing I know about physics: You are all stardust. You couldn’t be here if stars hadn’t exploded, because the elements - the carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, iron, all the things that matter for evolution - weren’t created at the beginning of time. They were created in the nuclear furnaces of stars, and the only way they could get into your body is if those stars were kind enough to explode. So, forget Jesus. The stars died so that you could be here today.”
Quote by Lawrence M. Krauss
Work
A Universe from Nothing: Why There Is Something Rather than Nothing
This book delves into the philosophical and scientific questions surrounding the creation of the universe, examining the idea that the universe emerged from a state of nothingness. It explores the theoretical frameworks and scientific evidence that contribute to our understanding of the cosmos' origins. more
Author
Lawrence M. Krauss
Lawrence M. Krauss is a renowned theoretical physicist known for his work in cosmology and particle physics. Born on May 27, 1954, he graduated from Harvard University and has been a professor at the California Institute of Technology. Krauss's research involves the origin of the universe, black holes, and cosmic microwave background radiation. His book 'A Universe from Nothing' has gained widespread popularity in popularizing scientific knowledge. more
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