The Four Causes Flashcards

1
Q

what does aristotle mean by goodness?

A

it fulfils its purpose
has nothing to do with morality or ethics
e.g. a good cancer cell is one that consumes the body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

what does aristotle mean by form and substance?

A
form= the actual thing
substance= its reality
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

what are the four causes?

A

material cause
efficient cause
formal cause
final cause

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

material cause

A

what something is made from

e.g. a statue is made from bronze

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly