Counter Theories: Since its development, a number of contradictory theories have been described in opposition to chaos theory and the butterfly effect. These argue that the large systems in question, while being immensely complex, still follow some sort of order, and therefore do not merit the descriptor "chaos." While the number of factors may be large, it is suggested, they are nevertheless quantifiable and finite. Although the mathematical explanation that Lorenz developed might show the possible effects of a butterfly's wings on weather patterns, there is no evidence that actually proves it. Observation has shown that the effects of a butterfly's wings seems confined to a very small, localized area. Any large-scale effects seem to be dampened by the system at large.
Popular Culture: The concept of small variations producing widespread effects actually predates chaos theory. Writers like Ray Bradbury were particularly interested in the repercussions that might occur if a person traveled back in time and changed one small, insignificant detail. This concept has been the basis of numerous films and stories.
In order to unravel the mysteries of the Butterfly Effect? you will need to collect the random clues in each of the 4 other caches in the series.
All of the caches in the Butterfly Effect? series are located in close vicinity to established MTB trails that have been identified by the Baulkham Hills Shire Council. These little known but wonderful trails take you into many of the great forest areas in the Hills district. Further details and trails maps can be found at the following link.
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Congratulations Baktrak and Yurt on a well deserved FTF!!