Ch8- Modelling w/ Differential Equations Flashcards

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Give one critism and suggest a refinement for the following model for growth of bacteria in a jar.
V = -2/3 t - 17/9 + 26/9 e^3t

A
  • model suggests bacteria grow infinitely + w/o limit ∵ exponential term
  • add a decay factor –> ↑ realistic
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