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Structure and Equivalence

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Paperback, 75 blz. | Engels
Cambridge University Press | e druk, 2022
ISBN13: 9781108823760
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This Element explores what it means for two theories in physics to be equivalent (or inequivalent), and what lessons can be drawn about their structure as a result. It does so through a twofold approach. On the one hand, it provides a synoptic overview of the logical tools that have been employed in recent philosophy of physics to explore these topics: definition, translation, Ramsey sentences, and category theory. On the other, it provides a detailed case study of how these ideas may be applied to understand the dynamical and spatiotemporal structure of Newtonian mechanics - in particular, in light of the symmetries of Newtonian theory. In so doing, it brings together a great deal of exciting recent work in the literature, and is sure to be a valuable companion for all those interested in these topics.

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ISBN13:9781108823760
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:75

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Introduction; 1. Definitions; 2. Translation; 3. Ramsey sentences; 4. Categories of theories; 5. Newtonian mechanics; 6. Symmetry; 7. Galilean spacetime; 8. Conclusion; References.

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