aristotle and causation Flashcards
1
Q
what are the four causes
A
material, formal, efficient, final
2
Q
what is the material cause
A
the substance of which the thing is made eg wood, brick, nails
3
Q
what is the formal cause
A
the characteristics/design/appearance
4
Q
what is the efficient cause
A
the maker or builder (not always a person)
5
Q
what is the final cause
A
the purpose or function
