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9. Objects / A. Existence of Objects / 5. Simples
Quantum field theory suggests that there are, fundamentally, no individual things [Swoyer]
     Full Idea: Quantum field theory strongly suggests that there are (at the fundamental level) no individual, particular things.
     From: Chris Swoyer (Abstract Entities [2008], 2.1)
     A reaction: When people introduce quantum theory into ontological discussions I reach for my shotgun, but it does rather look as if things turn to mush at the bottom level.