Systems Approach To W+C Flashcards
1
Q
Describe dynamic equilibrium
A
Within a system although inputs and outputs are constantly changing they tend to a balance
Where one input increases an output will also increase
Positive feedback can effect the position of an equilibrium
Humans cause many positive feedbacks within the water and carbon cycles which disrupts the equilibrium
2
Q
There are inputs, stores, flows, outputs and _______ within a system
A
Energy - most often from sun