18. Compare the poems "A Contribution to Statistics" and "And yet the Books." Which poem is more personal? Which poem is more distant? Give

an example from each poem that shows how it is more personal or distant.

B. Knowledge gained from atom smashers will unlock the mystery of the Universe's origin.

Explanation:

In this passage, the author writes begins with a recapitulation of the components of atoms, mentioning the subatomic particles. Then, mentions there are particles that are even smaller that these and were discovered with the help of atom smashers. Moreover, how atoms smashers work is explained and the implication of impact of these particle colliders to understand the origins of the universe.

In summary, it highlights the impact of the study of atom smashers which is directed to the discovery and understanding of the origins of the universe. Option A is not sufficient as it doesn't mention the purpose of the study, C is incorrect because scientists have not discovered it yet, and D is also insufficient because it only mentions how atom smashers work. Therefore, it would be B.