So-called "science of surprises" (5)

I believe the answer is:

chaos

(Other definitions for chaos that I've seen before include "Complete disorder and confusion" , "Bedlam" , "upheaval" , "Total disorder and confusion" , "State of extreme confusion and disorder" .)

I've seen this clue in The Washington Post.

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