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14. Science / B. Scientific Theories / 7. Scientific Models
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Theoretical models can represent, by mapping onto the data-models [Portides]
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In the 'received view' models are formal; the 'semantic view' emphasises representation [Portides, by PG]
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Representational success in models depends on success of their explanations [Portides]
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The best model of the atomic nucleus is the one which explains the most results [Portides]
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'Model' belongs in a family of concepts, with representation, idealisation and abstraction [Portides]
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Models are theory-driven, or phenomenological (more empirical and specific) [Portides]
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14. Science / C. Induction / 5. Paradoxes of Induction / a. Grue problem
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Predictions are bound to be arbitrary if they depend on the language used [Bernecker/Dretske]
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14. Science / D. Explanation / 2. Types of Explanation / i. Explanations by mechanism
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General theories may be too abstract to actually explain the mechanisms [Portides]
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