Open vs. Closed Systems
What is a System? An organized group of related objects that interact to create a whole. List some examples of systems
COMPONENTS OF A SYSTEM Matter and Energy move through systems. Matter has mass and takes up space Examples:
COMPONENTS OF A SYSTEM Energy is the ability to cause change Examples:
TYPES OF SYSTEMS OPEN SYSTEMS Matter and energy both move in and out of the system. Example: A lake, an air conditioner
CLOSED SYSTEMS Energy moves in and out of the system, but matter does not. Example: Terrarium, television
WHAT DO YOU THINK? Is Earth an open or closed system? Explain your answer.
Boiling Pot Example Open System Closed System
Other Examples: Classroom – open or closed? Refrigerator – open or closed? Television – open or closed?