Aristotle's Physics

Aristotle's "Physics" is a foundational text in which he explores the nature of the physical world. He distinguishes between various types of change, motion, and the elements that compose the universe. Aristotle introduces concepts like causality, emphasizing that everything has a purpose or end (telos). He categorizes motion into natural (like falling objects) and violent (like pushed objects), and discusses how objects have intrinsic properties that determine their behavior. His work laid the groundwork for later scientific thought by merging observation with philosophy, influencing Western understanding of nature and the cosmos for centuries.