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Ned Block on Perception, Cognition, and Consciousness
Closer To Truth
Exploring Consciousness and Silicon Chip Replacement
This chapter explores the intriguing concept of substituting biological elements with silicon chips to grasp the nature of consciousness. It debates the existence of phenomenal consciousness and qualia, questioning if consciousness fades gradually or abruptly shifts to non-existence, while also considering scenarios of indeterminate consciousness.
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