Systems Flashcards
What is a system?
A group of parts that work together to perform a certain task
What is a physical system?
A group of physical parts that need to work together to perform a function
What is a social system?
A group of people or other organisms working together to perform tasks and establish relationships
What do physical systems and social systems have in common?
Both systems must work together in order to perform tasks
Whats an example of human made physical systems
Mechanical systems, electric systems, and optical systems
Whats an example of natural physical systems
The solar system and an animals digestive system
Whats an example of a mechanical system?
Jackhammer or elevator
Whats an example of a optical system?
Microscope lens or camera lens
Whats an example of a electric system?
Eletrical ciruit or powerline
Whats an exmple of a Hydraulic system?
Car or airplane
Whats an example of a natural social system?
A wolf pack or a bee colony
Whats an example of a human social system
Healthcare or education