
The sand pile model
Simplifying Complexity
Unpredictability in Basic Science
Basic science concepts sometimes simplify natural phenomena to the extent where they do not fully capture the complexity and unpredictability of real-world experiences. While elementary science tends to present systems as simple and in equilibrium, real-life examples such as a piece of paper fluttering to the ground demonstrate that natural processes can be irregular and challenging to predict accurately.
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