Theory of Knowledge: Natural Science

Are humans predictable? Explain your reasoning using examples
This question is not a simple yes or no question, as humans are both predictable and unpredictable; this question has many examples in which humans can be predictable and unpredictable. In most cases, humans are unpredictable as at times, when we believe that the final outcome of something has been decided, thus being predictable, however in some cases, when humans receive or obtain a prediction of what is to come (e.g. child becomes a serial killer), some measures may be taken to avoid such a calamitous event, in the end these measures taken may cause the child to become a serial killer.
One of these examples where a vision comes true, due to measures being taken to try and prevent the disaster is the example of Oedipus, who was foreshadowed to murder his father and then marry his mother; the King then sends him away from the royal palace, where he is raised as a shepherd and is then reunited with his father who is then killed by him and marries his mother whom he only recognizes as the queen. However, humans only become predictable under the conditions where: 1.) a prediction is set, 2.) measures are taken in an attempt to prevent the outcome of such a prediction to occur.
Examples to support that humans are unpredictable are plentiful, many of these include life-threatening situations where humans are able to evade the odds, and ultimately escape death. This comes from the will of humanity, which allows humans to become unpredictable, as long as the will or thirst of a human to reach a goal is strong enough, superhuman powers are attained, at times allowing humans to become unpredictable and escape from life-threatening situations. An example of such predictions that put humans in a situation where they are almost doomed to die, are those examples when such a natural disaster occurs (e.g. Tasik earthquake), where 3 villagers were able to rescue 5 members of a family that were trapped under rubble, as they seemed to gain superhuman strength lifting 500 kg blocks of walls to free the pinned victims. In conclusion, humans are unpredictable when the will of such a person is strong enough to overcome the predictions which have been set by the surrounding environment.

Theory of Knowledge: Natural Sciences

During the ToK Conference of the 5th and 6th February, held at the British International School’s World Theatre venue, the discussions ranged from Einstein’s law of relativity to the more advanced and complex quantum mechanics (e.g. quantum tunneling, and the double slit experiment), with this event concerning the different areas of Physics (in general), being linked with ToK, i had obtained quite a few unique experiences which may be classified as once in a life time. Some of the different things that i had enjoyed or disliked within the event, and things which although I didnt understand yet intrigued me, will be talked about below.
Some of the things which I had liked within the ToK event were the carefree atmosphere that was brought along with the guest speeker Andy Fletcher, not only was the carefree atmosphere to be enjoyed/liked, i also had enjoyed the different topics which were able to catch the intrigue of my mind. However much like there are positives there are also things that I hadnt enjoyed within the ToK conference, these were such things such as the lengths of the lectures, and the uncomfortability of the chairs at the venue, this maybe caused by my possibly large body which had caused my legs to feel like they were cramped, and that there was no space to move my legs around in.
However, although there were such things such as uncomfortable chairs, and at times lectures which would put you too sleep, the mind boggling yet intriguing topics which had caught my mind included such things such as quantum mechanics, Einstein’s law of relativity, and the possibility of science for once actually proving that there is a possibility of a supernatural being that is responsible for the creation of this universe. This is caused by the incredibly small chance of the universe having all the different factors which are required in order for such a universe to hold life. Whilst on top of the possibility of science actually proving the possible existence of a supernatural being, there were intriguing facts such as the possiblity for teleportation made possible due to quantum tunneling
Overall, the ToK conference event was a fun-filled, and educational trip, which could possibly have once-in-a-lifetime, unique experiences.