CH 1 Definitions Flashcards
Define System
System is a group of parts that work together to perform a Desired Task
Define Physical System
Physical System is a group of Physical Parts That Work Together To Perform a Function
Define Natural Social Systems
Natural Social Systems is a Group of Organisms Working Together to Perform a Task and Establish Relationships
Define Input
Input is the Force, Energy, or Raw Materials that you put into a system
Define Output
Output Is The Task Or Service That a System Performs
Define Systems Thinking
Systems Thinking is taking into consideration the Inputs, Outputs, and Side Effects of a system
Define Side Effects
Side Effects is the Unintended or Undesired Outputs of a system
Define Force
Force is any Push or Pull
Define Industry
Industries are a combination of physical and social systems that work together to produce a particular class of goods and services that people need or desire
Define Subsystem
Subsystem is a system that has smaller systems within it
Define Social Systems
Social Systems is a group of people joining together to Perform Tasks or Establish Relationships
Define Consumerism
Consumerism is linking personal happiness with the purchase of goods and services
Define Mechanical Systems
Mechanical System is The Use Of Machines And Mechanisms To Transmit And Control Forces And Motion
Define Optical Systems
An Optical Systems Uses Lenses And Mirrors to Manipulate Light For Imaging Or Other Purposes.
Define Electrical Systems
An Electrical System is a Network of Electrical Components used to Supply, Transfer, and Use Electric Power.
