Kinds of Models

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In Malcolm G. Anderson & Paul D. Bates (eds.), Model Validation: perspectives in hydrological science. Wiley. pp. 11-22 (2001)
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We separate metaphysical from epistemic questions in the evaluation of models, taking into account the distinctive functions of models as opposed to theories. The examples a\are very varied.

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Adam Morton
PhD: Princeton University; Last affiliation: University of British Columbia
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