UID:
almafu_9961988001902883
Format:
1 online resource (254 pages) :
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illustrations
ISBN:
9780691223834
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0691223831
Content:
Traditionally a scientific theory is viewed as based on universal laws of nature that serve as axioms for logical deduction. In analyzing the logical structure of evolutionary biology, Elisabeth Lloyd argues that the semantic account is more appropriate and powerful. This book will be of interest to biologists and philosophers alike.
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Frontmatter --
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Contents --
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Preface (1994) --
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Preface --
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1 Introduction: Other Descriptions of the Structure of Evolutionary Theory --
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2 The Semantic Approach and Evolutionary Theory --
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3 The Structure of Population Genetics --
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4 Structured Populations: Group, Kin, and Organismic Selection --
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5 The Units of Selection --
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6 Species Selection --
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7 Genie Selection --
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8 Confirmation of Evolutionary Models --
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9 Conclusion --
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Notes --
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Bibliography --
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Index
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780691000466
Additional Edition:
ISBN 0691000468
Language:
English
Subjects:
Biology
Keywords:
Electronic books
DOI:
10.1515/9780691223834
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