chaos theory
noun/ˌkeɪɒs ˈθɪəɹi/UK/ˌkeɪˌɑs ˈθiəɹi/US
Etymology
Etymology tree English chaos English theory English chaos theory From chaos + theory.
Definitions
The study of chaos or disorder in systems, specifically iterative non-linear systems in…
The study of chaos or disorder in systems, specifically iterative non-linear systems in which arbitrarily small variations in initial conditions become magnified over time, and where within apparent randomness there are underlying patterns; (countable) one of such theories.
- Theoretical and numerical modelling research promises to bring us tantalizingly close to deterministic climate prediction in the near future, while proponents of "chaos" theories hint that prediction may be an illusive dream.
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Vish — recursive loop
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