Scientific Models

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Scientific Models
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Models

• A model is a representation of an object or a
  system
• Three Types Physical, Mathematical Conceptual

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Physical Models

• Examples airplanes, dolls, flowers, and even
  many drawings.
• Models look like the thing they model but they
  dont always act the same.

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Mathematical Model

• Made of mathematical equations and data.
• Example weather map or how to calculate density.

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Conceptual Model

• System of ideas, illustrations, or help explain
  an idea.
• Example Big Bang Theory

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Advantages

• Represent things that are very small or very
  large
• Examples atom or solar system
• Help illustrate and explain scientific theories

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Scientific Methods

• Scientific theory explanation for hypothesis
  and observations that have been supported by
  testing
• Scientific law - A summary of many experimental
  results and observations. Tells you how things
  work.