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Simplifying Complexity

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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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