earth science 2013 grade 8 pulford. models models are used to demonstrate something that is too big...
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MODELS AND SIMULATIONSEarth Science 2013 Grade 8 Pulford
Models
Models are used to demonstrate something that is too big or too small to show in the classroom
They can be 2D (paper) or 3D Some example include:
Atomic Model DNA Model Solar System Model Ocean floor Model
Models 3D examples
Models have limits
Typically only show one or two characteristics at a time
Cannot show everything all at once Loose a lot of the details when you
make a model
Solar System-Size Comparison
Solar System Orbits
Answer these simple questions On what characteristic did the first
model focus?
On what characteristic did the second model focus?
Name two things that each of the models lacked.
Simulations These are used when something is
too dangerous to create in real life Examples:
Category 5 Hurricane hitting New Jersey
10.0 magnitude Earthquake in Los Angeles
EF5 Tornado hitting St. Louis Missouri
Meteor hitting the Earth
