Book | Chapter
The etiological approach to the concept of biological function
pp. 161-169
Abstract
The etiological approach to the concept of biological function, also called teleological or historical, aims to offer an explanation of the function, answering the question of why a trait, organ, biological system or behavior is present in the living organism to which it belongs, performing a functional role.
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Krause Décio, Passos Videira Antônio Augusto (2011) Brazilian studies in philosophy and history of science: an account of recent works. Dordrecht, Springer.
Pages: 161-169
DOI: 10.1007/978-90-481-9422-3_11
Full citation:
Chediak Karla (2011) „The etiological approach to the concept of biological function“, In: D. Krause & A.A. Passos Videira (eds.), Brazilian studies in philosophy and history of science, Dordrecht, Springer, 161–169.