Question

What is a benefit of using models when learning about the carbon cycle?

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Models show a complete and detailed account of every event in the cycle.
• Models can collect data on the amount of carbon at a specific time.
Models predict conditions that will exist during future events.
• Models can represent an overview of the entire system at once.

Answer 1

Models can represent an overview of the entire system at once.

Explanation: Models simplify and combine the many parts and flows of the carbon cycle so you can see how components interact. (They do not collect raw data, nor do they show every detail of every event; they can, however, also be used to make predictions about future conditions.)