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14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / i. Explanations by mechanism
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Modern mechanism need parts with spatial, temporal and function facts, and diagrams [Glennan]
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Mechanisms are either systems of parts or sequences of activities [Glennan]
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Mechanistic philosophy of science is an alternative to the empiricist law-based tradition [Glennan]
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17th century mechanists explained everything by the kinetic physical fundamentals [Glennan]
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Unlike the lawlike approach, mechanistic explanation can allow for exceptions [Glennan]
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