Two types of uncertainty analysis Uncertainty in the calibration. This is usually called a sensitivity analysis Uncertainty in the prediction. This is usually called an uncertainty analysis.
Sensitivity Analysis Z&B
Uncertainty in Prediction Z&B
PDF CDF Z&B
Monte Carlo Analysis Z&B
PDF CDF Z&B
Hydraulic conductivity Initial concentrations (plume configuration) Both Z&B
Reducing Uncertainty Hard data only Soft and hard data With inverse flow modeling Hypothetical example truth Z&B
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