Metaphysics: Definition & Physics Borders

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Metaphysics is defined as a branch of philosophy that explores fundamental questions about existence, reality, and the nature of being, distinct from the empirical study of physics. The discussion clarifies that metaphysics does not overlap with physics, emphasizing that it is not a scientific discipline and is not suitable for discussion in forums focused on physics. The thread concludes with a decision to close the discussion, reinforcing the separation between metaphysical inquiries and scientific discourse.
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How is metaphysical defined, and does it border normal physics in any regard?
 
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No metaphysics is not physics. It falls under the philosophy umbrella and we don’t discuss philosophical things on PF.

You can read more about it on wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metaphysics

with that said, we will now close this thread.
 
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