Consciousness - a science or a philosophy? | Avshalom Elitzur
Philosophy For Our Times
Physical Laws Apply Equally
The idea of dualism posits that there is a non-physical element that interacts with the physical body, which goes against physical laws. This concept contradicts the basic principle of conservation laws and suggests a separation of body and mind. However, upon closer examination, the analogy of billiard balls highlights that the interactions of simpler and more complex systems, such as billiard balls and brains, are ultimately governed by the same physical laws. Even with the addition of quantum mechanics, these laws may manifest in a statistical manner, emphasizing the consistency of physical laws across various systems.
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