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What did David Hartley believe about understanding natural phenomena?
It increased our knowledge of God
What did Hartley believe caused sensations in the nerves?
Vibrations called impressions
According to Hartley, what are ideas in relation to sensations?
Weaker copies of sensations
What does Hartley refer to as vibratiuncles in the brain?
Remaining vibrations
Which process did Hartley believe was solely responsible for converting simple ideas into complex ones?
Association
How did Hartley suggest all complex thoughts are created?
Automatically by association
Learn about David Hartley, a physician who believed that understanding natural phenomena leads to knowledge of God. Explore his beliefs about sensations and vibrations in relation to nerves and impressions.
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