Ontological Dependence
Ontological dependence (what grounds what) is formalized as factorization in the categorical structure. Causation is constrained composition; dependence is…
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Ontological dependence (what grounds what) is formalized as factorization in the categorical structure. Causation is constrained composition; dependence is…
Overview
Ontological dependence (what grounds what) is formalized as factorization in the categorical structure. Causation is constrained composition; dependence is morphism factorization.
Result Statement
Ontological dependence as morphism factorization. Causation as constrained composition. Status: Internally addressed.
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Glossary terms
Metaphysics: Causation (constrained composition)