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Neuron Docterine and who contributed to it - ANSWER-Concept that the nervous system is made up of a discrete individual cells -Golgi and Cajal 4 regions of the brain and their functions - ANSWER-Cerebrum -Conscious functioning Cerebellum -Smooth movements Diencephalon -Hormones and some automatic functioning Brain stem -Controls vital functioning Why do materialist reject all forms of dualism - ANSWER--Because if they accept any parts of dualism they would have to explain h...

This is an essay plan for Eliminative Materialism within the Metaphysics of Mind unit of Philosophy AQA a-level. - unique and strong argument that will help you stand out - Comes with a written introduction and conclusion - 3 core arguments with back and forth counterarguments, to get A03 marks. - Less focus on A01, more EVALUATION. - additional comments to help you understand what you're arguing for (blue) - Weighting of weakest to strongest arguments = ESSENTIAL FOR A* grade.

Philosophy Areas of Study - correct answerMetaphysics, epistemology, ethics, social/political philosophy, aesthetics, and logic Philosophy - correct answerWonder, a dynamic process, wisdom, and truth "the love or persuit of wisdom) Philen - correct answerLove Sophia - correct answerWisdom Ultimate Aim of Philosophy - correct answer-to complete liberty of the mind -freedom from all social, political, or religious prejudice -to care for the well being of the soul - answer the ques...

PHILOSOPHY 102 OUTLINE MIDTERM TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What is Philosophy? Thinking Philosophically About Life 1.1 Why Study Philosophy? (i) Philosophy allows one to confront the deeper questions of the world and life. (ii) Philosophy helps students enrich their understanding of the world and their own lives. 1.2 Defining Philosophy (i) Philosophy is the pursuit of wisdom. (ii) Philosophy begins with wonder. (iii) Philosophy is a dynamic process. (iv) The ultimate aim of philos...

Eliminative Materialism

QuestionQuestion 1 A research group in Arizona recently conducted a survey among workers of a coal power plant to understand emotions and their happiness quotient. Employees at the plant often complained about poor working conditions and low insurance benefits. However, the group was surprised with the finding of the survey because employees had a positive mood 70 percent of the time during work hours. Which of the following concepts would best explain such a finding? A. anchoring bias B. framin...