open, closed and isolated systems Flashcards
1
Q
An open system exchanges both _______ and ______ with its ______
A
energy
matter
surroundings
2
Q
A closed system exchanges ______ but not ______
A
energy
matter
3
Q
an isolated system does ______ anything with its ______
A
not exchange
surroundings
4
Q
Open systems are…
A
organic (living) so it must interact with their environment to remove waste.
5
Q
A closed system can be…
A
atoms
molecules
mechanical systems
6
Q
An example of a closed system is the earth. Explain this…
A
input= solar radiation
output= heat energy
matter is recycled within the system