Flowers for the Women Wearing Veils - Volume I — Page 132
! ! 132 evolution. Though it is debatable , evolutionary experts have at least taken advantage of this theory by deriving larger things from smaller things. For exa mple, they have bred larger pumpkin s and different flavored foods as well. Previously, t he grape had only one flavor, but with advancements, they have changed it. Botany has derived tremend ous benefit from this science. This field also encompasses genetics. For example, wha t qualities and habits does a son inherit from his father? How does one family continue to pass its unique trait s onto its progeny? 57. The S tudy of Nations : What is the relationship between different nations and to what extent are they different and distinct? In one way , all people are the same, because they have all descended from Adam, but due to migra tion to different areas of the world and numerous ways of life , differences have developed. European mentalities are specifically their own, whereas t he ca pa cities of Asians are different fr om those living in Africa. Then there is a clear difference between those who live in the plains and those who live in the mountains. This is caused by climate and civilization, which can even alter the texture of one’s skin and the shape of one’s bones. Scientific e xperts can look at one bone and tell wh at country the person is from. Therefore, th is is an extensive field, and it continues to progress day by day. The Study of Plants a nd Animals 58. Botany: This field has also progressed greatly , and it discusses the character istics of plants. A re they living or non - living? Do they hear and see? Are they or are they not aware of their surroundings ? Do they have the power of control ? Are they influenced by happiness and sorrow? Finally, how do we find the answers to these questions ? On e great expert in this field is an Indian Bengali, Dr. Bose. He went to Europe and proved through his experiments that plants are sensitiv e and living. L ike humans, they feel various emotions. They listen, they move, they feel anger, and they communicate. They also feel embarrassed and experience hunger and thirst.