Mathematical Model

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-016676",
  "term": "Mathematical Model",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. A system of mathematical expressions that describe the spatial and temporal distribution of water quality constituents resulting from fluid transport and the one, or more, individual processes and interactions within some prototype aquatic ecosystem. A mathematical water quality model is used as the basis for waste load allocation evaluations.\n\n2. Model used during risk assessment to perform extrapolations.",
  "subject": "Policy and guidance",
  "references": [
    "Sediment Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Glossary",
    "Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/mathematical-model/"
}