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What is the key characteristic of a physical model?
What is the key characteristic of a physical model?
- It does not have moving parts
- It cannot be seen or touched
- It is always larger than the real object
- It can be seen and touched (correct)
Which of the following best describes a scale model?
Which of the following best describes a scale model?
- It is always the same size as the real object
- It can be any size regardless of the real object
- It may not have the same proportions as the real object
- It maintains the same proportions as the real object (correct)
What is the purpose of using a scale model for very large objects like the solar system?
What is the purpose of using a scale model for very large objects like the solar system?
- To prove the accuracy of astronomical data
- To make them easier to see with the naked eye
- To create artistic representations of celestial bodies
- To study objects that are too large to observe closely (correct)
How should one correctly scale a smaller object into a larger model?
How should one correctly scale a smaller object into a larger model?
Which statement accurately describes a life-size model?
Which statement accurately describes a life-size model?
Why do physical models often have moving parts?
Why do physical models often have moving parts?
What is the main difference between a physical model and a life-size model?
What is the main difference between a physical model and a life-size model?
What is the main purpose of a life-sized model?
What is the main purpose of a life-sized model?
Why are crash test dummies important for car safety?
Why are crash test dummies important for car safety?
What advantage do physical models have in terms of communication?
What advantage do physical models have in terms of communication?
What is a common limitation of physical models mentioned in the text?
What is a common limitation of physical models mentioned in the text?
Why might some models be unable to fulfill their intended purpose effectively?
Why might some models be unable to fulfill their intended purpose effectively?
What is a disadvantage of physical models compared to computer models?
What is a disadvantage of physical models compared to computer models?
How do physical models contribute to student learning in classrooms?
How do physical models contribute to student learning in classrooms?
What critical advantage do physical model tests offer over real-life tests?
What critical advantage do physical model tests offer over real-life tests?
