
The sand pile model
Simplifying Complexity
Avalanche Effect in Sand Pile Model
In a sand pile model, avalanches occur due to sand being dropped regularly in time, yet randomly in space. The size of the avalanche depends on the slope and where the new sand particle hits, influencing chain reactions. This system is non-deterministic, making it impossible to predict when and how large avalanches will happen, highlighting the critical consequences of such unpredictable behavior.
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