Did not wish to imply that some leaves are insensitive to light, only that he could not measure their sensitivity. Contraction of roots seems common.
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Did not wish to imply that some leaves are insensitive to light, only that he could not measure their sensitivity. Contraction of roots seems common.
Has not been able to complete Bohemian edition of Origin because of trip to Africa.
Is collecting zoological evidence for CD’s theory.