Metaphysics of Science
Metaphysics of Science is a branch of philosophy focused on understanding the fundamental nature and structure of the world as described by natural sciences. It delves into deep questions about the essence of space, time, causality, matter, and more, challenging our basic assumptions and frameworks. It essentially tries to see 'beyond' science, not just explaining the phenomena but understanding 'why' they happen and 'what' they truly signify.
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The metaphysics of science explores the fundamental principles and assumptions that underlie scientific theories and practices. It addresses questions about the nature of reality, the existence of entities described by science, and the relationship between scientific theories and the world they seek to explain. For example, it examines topics like causality, the existence of unobservable particles, and the nature of laws and theories. Essentially, it helps us understand what science assumes about the world and how these assumptions shape our understanding of reality beyond just empirical observations.