1. A theoretical or practical representation of a system or phenomenon that is considered independently, without external influences or interactions
The physicist studied an isolated model of the atom to understand its basic properties.
O físico estudou um modelo isolado do átomo para entender suas propriedades básicas.
2. In science or engineering, a simplified version of a complex system that removes external variables to focus on specific elements
The engineer created an isolated model to test the bridge's structural integrity without accounting for wind resistance.
O engenheiro criou um modelo isolado para testar a integridade estrutural da ponte sem levar em conta a resistência do vento.