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 please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Scientific models are best for complex, large - scale or hard - to - directly observe phenomena. Predicting weather patterns involves many variables (temperature, pressure, humidity, wind, etc.) and is complex, so a scientific model (like computer - based weather models) is ideal. Mixing chemicals (b) can be done experimentally. Studying oil spills on plant growth (c) can be done with experiments. Studying a ball's speed on an inclined plane (d) is a simple physics experiment. So predicting weather patterns is the best use of a scientific model.

Answer:

A. predicting weather patterns