Effects vs Cause

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True or False(Supply examples with answer)?

When we observe events we only observe effects and not causes. Causes are only inferred from effects.

As an example consider the track left by a Fermion(or any particle for that matter) in a bubble chamber. The Fermion is not directly observed. What we see are only the effects on the environment left behind.

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When we observe events we only observe effects and not causes. Causes are only inferred from effects.I agree; particularly so, as all observations are merely effects that are processed through our neural system. So, at best, the cause is several levels of effects removed from sensient observation.

However, I also believe that our brain is capable of creating symbols (through a process of rapid feedback) such that a person can rationalize and communicate “fundamental causes” that are inferred from effects. An example would be that we don’t observe the concept of numerical units or geometry; though, we can rationalize causes with such symbolism. I, also, would agree that a certain amount of faith is required to rationalize cause with certainty . . . with the caveat that the goal is to strive for the most minuscule requirement of faith. I personally believe that first cause is without design other than what can be geometrically expressed.

As an example consider the track left by a Fermion(or any particle for that matter) in a bubble chamber. The Fermion is not directly observed. What we see are only the effects on the environment left behind.And, I believe, unfortunately, that many observers draw erroneous conclusions concerning the particle nature of the observed phenomena.