Science Common Sense

327 - How do scientists use models to explain complex ideas?

Scientists use models to help explain complex ideas in a simple way. Think of a model like a replica of something, but smaller or easier to understand.

Imagine trying to explain the whole Earth's atmosphere. That's a big and complicated topic. So, scientists might use a globe model to show how the different parts of the atmosphere work together.

There are different types of models, like:

• Scale models: smaller versions of the real thing.
• Mathematical models: using numbers and equations to explain ideas.
• Diagrams: drawings that show how things work or are connected.

Models help scientists share their ideas clearly, and they can be used to make predictions or test new theories. They also help us understand big, complicated ideas in a more fun and simple way.