Scientific model - Definition and Overview

Model may refer to more than one thing :

• For models in society, art, fashion, and cosmetics, see;
  • role model
  • model (person)
  • supermodel
  • figure drawing modeling section

• In science and technology, a model (abstract) is understood as an abstract or theoretical representation of a phenomenon,see;
  • geologic modeling
  • model (economics)
  • model (macroeconomics)
  • statistical model
  • mathematical model
  • model organism

• In mathematics, particularly in set theory, a model is some concrete realization of a set of axioms (in a sense this is the opposite of the previous definiton). See model theory.

• In science, technology, and leisure for models as physical representations see model (physical). Similitude (model) is testing criteria of a model to insure that results are applicable to the real thing.

• In Engineering, a solid model may refer to 3D CAD represention, see Solid modelling.

• A scale model is a replica or prototype of an object built either for research or as a hobby, usually built smaller than the existing or intended thing, though can equally be built larger to illustrate something that would otherwise be hard to see.

• In neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) modelling refers to the systematic unpacking and sequencing of the conscious and unconscious processes. See modeling (NLP).

• In world politics, MODEL refers to the Movement for Democracy in Liberia organization.

• In video games or computer modelling, a model (game) is a fully-3D, polygonal object or character.

• In automobiles, a model is a type of vehicle sold under a marque

See also

• The Australian rock band Models.

• The World War 2 German General, Walther Model.