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All the ideas for 'Elucidation of some points in E.Schröder', 'On Simple Theories of a Complex World' and 'Philosophy of Natural Science'

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4. Formal Logic / F. Set Theory ST / 3. Types of Set / b. Empty (Null) Set

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A class is an aggregate of objects; if you destroy them, you destroy the class; there is no empty class [Frege]

14. Science / B. Scientific Theories / 1. Scientific Theory

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It seems obvious to prefer the simpler of two theories, on grounds of beauty and convenience [Quine]

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There are four suspicious reasons why we prefer simpler theories [Quine]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 1. Explanation / b. Aims of explanation

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Scientific explanation aims at a unifying account of underlying structures and processes [Hempel]