Carl Hempel (philosopher)

Carl Hempel was a philosopher known for his work on the philosophy of science, especially on how scientific explanations work. He proposed that scientific explanations are essentially arguments that show why a particular event or fact occurred, by citing general laws and relevant conditions. His "covering law" model suggests that explanations follow a logical structure, making scientific reasoning clear and systematic. Hempel’s ideas helped clarify what distinguishes scientific explanations from other types of reasoning, and influenced how scientists and philosophers understand scientific understanding and progress.