I.29.4
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p.506
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Colours arise from the rarity, density and mixture of matter
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Full Idea:
The origin of all colours in bodies is plainly deduced out of the various degrees of rarity and density, variously mixed and compounded.
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From:
Kenelm Digby (Two treatises [1644], I.29.4), quoted by Robert Pasnau - Metaphysical Themes 1274-1671 22.5
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A reaction:
We are still struggling with this question, though I think the picture is gradually become clear, once you get the hang of the brain. Easy! See Idea 17396.
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