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Must the explanans be true?
pp. 217-222
Abstract
As is known, the classical Hempelian scheme of scientific explanation requires the truth of the explanans. Some contemporary philosophers of science claim that this requirement should be abandoned. The aim of this paper is to discuss their arguments.
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Ginev Dimitri, Cohen Robert S (1997) Issues and images in the philosophy of science: scientific and philosophical essays in honour of Azarya Polikarov. Dordrecht, Springer.
Pages: 217-222
DOI: 10.1007/978-94-011-5788-9_12
Full citation:
Krajewski Władysław (1997) „Must the explanans be true?“, In: D. Ginev & R.S. Cohen (eds.), Issues and images in the philosophy of science, Dordrecht, Springer, 217–222.