Combining Philosophers
Ideas for Philodemus, Robin Le Poidevin and Theodore Sider
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14. Science / D. Explanation / 1. Explanation / a. Explanation
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Explanations must cite generalisations [Sider]
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14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / a. Types of explanation
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In addition to causal explanations, they can also be inferential, or definitional, or purposive [Le Poidevin]
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14. Science / D. Explanation / 3. Best Explanation / b. Ultimate explanation
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If the ultimate explanation is a list of entities, no laws, patterns or mechanisms can be cited [Sider]
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