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Single Idea 10198

[from 'Distinct Indiscernibles and the Bundle Theory' by Dean W. Zimmerman, in 9. Objects / F. Identity among Objects / 7. Indiscernible Objects ]

Full Idea

If nothing existed except two electrons, which are indiscernible, it remains possible that differences will emerge later. Even if this universe has eternal symmetry, such differences are still logically, metaphysically, physically and causally possible.

Gist of Idea

If only two indiscernible electrons exist, future differences must still be possible

Source

Dean W. Zimmerman (Distinct Indiscernibles and the Bundle Theory [1997], p.306)

Book Reference

-: 'Mind' [-], p.306


A Reaction

The question then is whether the two electrons have hidden properties that make differences possible. Zimmerman assumes that 'laws' of an indeterministic kind will do the job. I doubt that. Can differences be discerned after the event?