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Understanding Locke's Notion of Secondary Qualities: A Focus on Colors, Essays (university) of History

An explanation of john locke's theory of secondary qualities, with a particular focus on his belief that colors are secondary qualities. The text begins by outlining locke's belief and the importance of primary and secondary qualities in understanding secondary qualities. It then explains the distinction between primary and secondary qualities based on their nature and mind-dependency. The document goes on to discuss locke's notion of secondary qualities and its strengths, using secondary literature for analysis. Potential criticisms and locke's reply are also addressed.

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2017/2018

Uploaded on 04/13/2018

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Download Understanding Locke's Notion of Secondary Qualities: A Focus on Colors and more Essays (university) History in PDF only on Docsity! How should we understand Locke's notion of a secondary quality? Does he offer a convincing reason for thinking that colours are secondary qualities? Key Points: Introduction: Outline the belief that Locke has. ie I am going to explain Locke’s notion of secondary qualities and in particular his idea of colour as a secondary quality. (Then highlight the importance of primary/secondary qualities in understanding secondary qualities properly) (Potentially highlight an issue with said Primary quality) Outline The distinction of Primary/Secondary qualities In terms of sheer nature & mind dependency Explain Locke’s notion of Secondary Qualities and its strengths Use 2ndry literature in the ANALYSIS part alone to critique this ideology (Find good secondary literature) Potentially explain Locke’s reply