Combining Philosophers

Ideas for Rescher,N/Oppenheim,P, Hermarchus and Bert Leuridan

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14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / e. Lawlike explanations

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Generalisations must be invariant to explain anything [Leuridan]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / h. Explanations by function

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Biological functions are explained by disposition, or by causal role [Leuridan]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / i. Explanations by mechanism

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Mechanisms must produce macro-level regularities, but that needs micro-level regularities [Leuridan]

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Mechanisms are ontologically dependent on regularities [Leuridan]

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Mechanisms can't explain on their own, as their models rest on pragmatic regularities [Leuridan]

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We can show that regularities and pragmatic laws are more basic than mechanisms [Leuridan]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 3. Best Explanation / b. Ultimate explanation

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There is nothing wrong with an infinite regress of mechanisms and regularities [Leuridan]