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Single Idea 16719

[filed under theme 12. Knowledge Sources / B. Perception / 2. Qualities in Perception / c. Primary qualities ]

Full Idea

Secondary qualities are caused by a mixture of primary qualities.

Gist of Idea

The primary qualities are mixed to cause secondary qualities

Source

Walter Burley (De formis [1330], pars post p.65), quoted by Robert Pasnau - Metaphysical Themes 1274-1671 21.2

Book Ref

Pasnau,Robert: 'Metaphysical Themes 1274-1671' [OUP 2011], p.462

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A Reaction

Like paint. He probably has in mind hot, cold, wet and dry as the primary qualities.