
The 10 features of complex systems: Part 2
Simplifying Complexity
The Difference Between Nested Structure and Modularity in Complex Systems
Nested structure involves zooming in to see multiple levels of structure, while modularity involves separating a system into parts with different functions/nDemocracy is an example of nested structure where decisions are made on multiple levels, from parliament down to local councils/nModularity is exemplified in the brain, where different parts are responsible for different functions/nStructurally, networks can also exhibit modularity/nNested structure involves hierarchy, while modularity does not
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