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    Philosophy of Science: A Short Introduction

    By Domenic Marbaniang

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    Philosophy of Science gives a brief introduction to the Epistemology (Scientific Knowledge Issues etc), Metaphysics (Reality Issues), and Axiology (Value Issues) of Science. It analyses the foundations of what scientific knowledge and theorization consists in and deals with issues related to the ultimate nature of reality and ethical issues involved in the practice of science.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLulu.com
    Release dateDec 21, 2012
    ISBN9781105180712
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    Domenic Marbaniang

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