complexity theory

complexity theory

n.
Any of various branches of mathematics, physics, computer science, and other fields concerned with the emergence of order and structure in complex and apparently chaotic systems.
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complexity theory

n
1. (Mathematics) maths the study of complex systems, including subjects such as chaos theory and genetic algorithms
2. (Computer Science) computing a field in theoretical computer science dealing with the resources required during computation to solve a given problem
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