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http://purl.org/biotop/biotop.owl#Function |
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A classical definition of function according to Wright is that the function F of X is Z means that X is there because it Zs, and Z is a consequence of X being there. For artefacts, functions are distinguished from dispositions by the purpose they have been built. For example, a hammer has the function to drive in nails, but not to be used as a weapon. However, it has the disposition to be used as a weapon under certain circumstances. For biological objects, which developed by evolution, the definition of function is still subject to controversy (e.g. Barry Smith's view of function as pertaining to a canonical life plan, cf. http://www.slideserve.com/presentation/103450/The-Canonical-Life). In BFO "Disposition" and "Function" are siblings, in BioTop Function is more specific. |
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Function |
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function |
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