The Scientific Odyssey Episode 2.2: The Athenian Response
Nov 30, 2014
Explore the responses to Democritus' atomism by Plato, Aristotle, and Epicurus. Discover the contrasting views on atomism, metaphysical theories, and objections to the void. Dive into the evolution of atomism over time and the role of elements and qualities in transformations of matter.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Exploring Plato and Aristotle's Metaphysical Theories
05:23 • 14min
Exploring Aristotle's Objections to Atomism and Theories of Change
19:41 • 3min
Exploring Aristotle's Arguments Against the Void
22:30 • 6min
Exploring Epicurean and Atomistic Philosophies
28:31 • 4min