Science of Logic

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Second Section.

Objectivity German: Objectivität. In this context, it refers to how the structures of thought discussed in the previous section manifest in the external, material world. p. 192 — 266.

First Chapter.

Mechanism This chapter explores objects that interact through external force or pressure, like parts of a machine or planets in a solar system, rather than through an internal soul or purpose. p. 202 — 225.

A. The mechanical Object p. 203 — 207.
B. The mechanical Process p. 207 — 219.
a. the formal p. 210.
b. the real p. 214.
c. the product p. 217.
C. Absolute Mechanism p. 219 — 225.
a. the center p. 219.
b. the law p. 223.
c. Transition of mechanism p. 224.

Second Chapter.

Chemism German: Chemismus. Hegel uses this to describe objects that have a natural "affinity" or attraction to one another, seeking to unite and neutralize their differences, much like a chemical reaction. p. 226 — 235.

A. The chemical Object p. 226 — 228.
B. The chemical Process p. 228 — 232.
C. Transition of chemism p. 233 — 235.

Third Chapter.

Teleology From the Greek telos (end or goal). This is the study of purposiveness—how a "purpose" or "end" directs the movement of objects. p. 236 — 266.

A. The subjective purpose German: Zweck. Often translated as "end," "goal," or "purpose." This refers to a goal that exists in the mind before it is realized. p. 246 — 249.
B. The means The tool or instrument used to achieve a goal. p. 250 — 253.
C. The realized purpose p. 254 — 266.