Chapter 8 - Modeling _ Simulation.pptx

Real-world experiments

Experiments conducted in actual environments to understand natural phenomena or human behavior.

Scientific method

A systematic approach used in scientific inquiry involving observations, hypotheses, experiments, and conclusions.

Modeling

Creating a simplified digital representation of a real-world phenomenon.

Simulation

Running experiments virtually to gain insights without the cost, risk, or ethical issues of real-world experiments.

Heuristic approach

A method for approximating solutions to problems that are otherwise unsolvable.

Crowd computing

Distributing computing tasks across a network of volunteered home computers.

Citizen science

Collaboration between hobbyists and professional researchers to conduct scientific research.

Probability model

A mathematical representation that calculates theoretical outcomes based on probability.

Statistical trials

Repetitive tests conducted to gather data about a specific outcome or event.

Waiting time simulation

A type of simulation that continues until a certain event occurs, rather than having a fixed number of trials.