WOLFRAM|DEMONSTRATIONS PROJECT

Logistic Map: Onset of Chaos

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parameter λ
2
seed
x
0
0.3
The logistic map is
x
n+1
=λx(1-
x
n
)
. By manipulating
λ
, you can view the onset of chaos in simple quadratic maps. By manipulating the seed under chaotic regimes (such as
λ=4
), you can explore sensitive dependence on initial conditions.