Which of the following scenarios represents the best use of a scientific model?
a.
predicting weather patterns
b.
studying the result of mixing two chemicals
c.
studying the effect of oil spills on plant growth
d.
studying the speed of a ball down an inclined plane

Question

Which of the following scenarios represents the best use of a scientific model?
a.
predicting weather patterns
b.
studying the result of mixing two chemicals
c.
studying the effect of oil spills on plant growth
d.
studying the speed of a ball down an inclined plane

thomaster · Answer

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A scientific model is made, based on a lot of research and is used to predict some outcome. In 3 of these options you're not using a model, you're studying something. This studying can be used to create a scientific model. In one options, the model is already made and is used to predict something. Like the weather :)

nincompoop · Answer

once a model has been put together, the next step is to use its predictability. will it stand or will it be just another failed hypothesis :P

anonymous · Answer

when the model is made it depends what the outcome will be