Combining Philosophers
Ideas for Hermarchus, W.H. Newton-Smith and David-Hillel Ruben
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14. Science / A. Basis of Science / 1. Observation
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A full understanding of 'yellow' involves some theory [Newton-Smith]
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14. Science / A. Basis of Science / 4. Prediction
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The 'symmetry thesis' says explanation and prediction only differ pragmatically [Ruben]
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14. Science / A. Basis of Science / 5. Anomalies
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All theories contain anomalies, and so are falsified! [Newton-Smith]
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The anomaly of Uranus didn't destroy Newton's mechanics - it led to Neptune's discovery [Newton-Smith]
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Anomalies are judged against rival theories, and support for the current theory [Newton-Smith]
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