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12. Knowledge Sources / B. Perception / 2. Qualities in Perception / b. Primary/secondary

3249	Modern science depends on the distinction between primary and secondary qualities [Nagel]

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We achieve objectivity by dropping secondary qualities, to focus on structural primary qualities [Nagel]

12. Knowledge Sources / E. Direct Knowledge / 4. Memory

22981

Mind and memory are the same, as shown in 'bear it in mind' or 'it slipped from mind' [Augustine]

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Memory contains innumerable principles of maths, as well as past sense experiences [Augustine]

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We would avoid remembering sorrow or fear if that triggered the emotions afresh [Augustine]

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I can distinguish different smells even when I am not experiencing them [Augustine]

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Why does joy in my mind make me happy, but joy in my memory doesn't? [Augustine]