Models in Science: Models Play a Central Role in Astronomy

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Essay

Models in Science: Models play a central role in astronomy and science in general. Two models used extensively in this chapter are the celestial sphere and the heliocentric (Sun- centered)model for the solar system. Astronomers clearly believe that the celestial sphere model is false and the heliocentric model is true. Given this, why do you think astronomers persist in using the celestial sphere model to describe the night sky?

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Definitions:

Time Value

The idea that having money now is more valuable than having the same sum in the future because of its ability to generate earnings.

Money Concept

A financial principle that emphasizes the role of currency in transactions and as a measure of value in the economic system.

Net Present Value Method

A financial analysis technique that discounts all cash flows associated with a project to their present value to help assess the project's profitability.

Capital Investment Analysis

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