Space-time relationism in Newtonian and relativistic physics

Dieks, Dennis (2000) Space-time relationism in Newtonian and relativistic physics.

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Abstract

I argue that there is a natural relationist interpretation of Newtonian and relativistic non-quantum physics. Although relationist, this interpretation does not fall prey to the traditional objections based on the existence of inertial effects.

Keywords:space, time, relativity, relationism
Subjects:Specific Sciences: Physics: Classical Physics
Specific Sciences: Physics: Fields and Particles
Specific Sciences: Physics: Relativity Theory
ID Code:248
Deposited By:Dieks, Dennis
Deposited On:25 April 2001