A group of scientists has been asked to conduct a study on how an oil spill will affect the surrounding sea life. The scientists decide that the best way to complete the study is to create a model. Which of the following is the most likely reason that the scientists will use a model instead of creating an actual oil spill to study? A. They think using a model will provide them with more accurate results.

B. They can study the effects of an oil spill without harming surrounding sea life.

C. They can use different species than the plants and animals found in the real ecosystem.

D. They expect the oil spill in their model to have a much greater effect than an oil spill in the natural environment