A model is a simplified representation of reality that

Last updated: 7/30/2022

A model is a simplified representation of reality that highlights certain key features of a phenomenon. A good model helps us to better understand and visualize a phenomenon. Two different models of succession on abandoned farm fields in the northeastern US are shown in this handout: the figure on page 1 and the graph on page 2. What important points about succession are illustrated by the figure on page 1? What additional important points about succession are illustrated by the graph on page 2? What additional important points about succession are not included in any of these models?