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Triple-Aspect Monism and the Ontology of Quantum Particles
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
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Open Journal of Philosophy·Volume 03 (2013)·Pages 451–454·Published 9 October 2013·DOI10.4236/ojpp.2013.34066
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Abstract
An analysis of the physical implications of abstractness reveals the reality of three interconnected modes of existence: abstract, virtual and concrete. This triple-aspect monism clarifies the ontological status of subatomic quantum particles. It also provides a non-spooky solution to the weirdness of quantum physics and a new outlook for the mind-body problem. The ontological implications are profound for both physics and philosophy.
KeywordsTriple-Aspect MonismAbstractnessVirtualTimelessnessNon-LocalityEntanglementQuantum ParticlesOntology
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