Post by Kevin Huo on Jul 6, 2015 6:09:17 GMT
TWO ESSAY QUESTIONS REQUIRED: 1. Why is understanding physics and the general rules of the universe so important in doing philosophy? 2. What is eliminative materialism? Provide three examples of it.
Understanding physics enables us with an explanation of how things function and the broken down mechanics of why things occur. This understanding enables philosophers to deduce and offer their thoughts. The comprehension of physics also empowers the individual with the capability to understand other fields that derive from physics or that can utilize physics as an explanation. We understand that there are things called atoms. Atoms consist of protons, neutrons, and electrons. It is know that atoms make up all things. The brain simply consists of just protons, neutrons, and electrons. However, the brain is also capable of acknowledging the existence of such small and simple things as just protons, neutrons, and electrons. What is amazing is the brain’s capability in retaining information, memories, as well as making new ideas. What ignites this power in the mind that exists within the brain? Eliminative materialism is the process in which something is explained through a method of elimination. Each field of study or research can be given the opportunity to explain what is being observed. Eliminative materialism enables us to explain and understand something would normally be considered an “inexplicable phenomena”. For example, in certain parts of the world, weather conditions were originally considered the flippant but generous doings of celestial beings. However, weather conditions can be explained by the accumulation of evaporated water particles or the contrast of cold and hot winds. Another example would be supernatural beings. If an individual were to show two personalities, it could’ve been categorized as a demonic possession. However through psychology, it could be deduced that the patient has schizophrenia. A third example would be that a sudden ailment could have been caused by witch curses and incantations. However under medicine, it is understood that diseases can be transmitted through a number of things such as bodily fluids, airborne pathogens, and other methods.
Understanding physics enables us with an explanation of how things function and the broken down mechanics of why things occur. This understanding enables philosophers to deduce and offer their thoughts. The comprehension of physics also empowers the individual with the capability to understand other fields that derive from physics or that can utilize physics as an explanation. We understand that there are things called atoms. Atoms consist of protons, neutrons, and electrons. It is know that atoms make up all things. The brain simply consists of just protons, neutrons, and electrons. However, the brain is also capable of acknowledging the existence of such small and simple things as just protons, neutrons, and electrons. What is amazing is the brain’s capability in retaining information, memories, as well as making new ideas. What ignites this power in the mind that exists within the brain? Eliminative materialism is the process in which something is explained through a method of elimination. Each field of study or research can be given the opportunity to explain what is being observed. Eliminative materialism enables us to explain and understand something would normally be considered an “inexplicable phenomena”. For example, in certain parts of the world, weather conditions were originally considered the flippant but generous doings of celestial beings. However, weather conditions can be explained by the accumulation of evaporated water particles or the contrast of cold and hot winds. Another example would be supernatural beings. If an individual were to show two personalities, it could’ve been categorized as a demonic possession. However through psychology, it could be deduced that the patient has schizophrenia. A third example would be that a sudden ailment could have been caused by witch curses and incantations. However under medicine, it is understood that diseases can be transmitted through a number of things such as bodily fluids, airborne pathogens, and other methods.