Novum
Novum (Latin for new thing) is a term used by science fiction scholar Darko Suvin and others to describe the scientifically plausible innovations used by science fiction narratives.
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Frequently used science fictional nova include aliens, time travel, the technological singularity, artificial intelligence, and psychic powers.
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