Question

How would a system in which both matter and energy are exchanged freely between the system and the surroundings be classified? (2 points) An open system An integrated system An isolated system A closed system

Answer 1

Answer:

An open system

Explanation:

An open system is a system in which both matter and energy are exchanged freely between the system and the surroundings.

An example is a pot of water boiling on the stove. The surroundings (the stove) can supply heat energy to the water and the water can escape into the atmosphere.

A closed system is a system in which energy but not matter is exchanged freely between the system and the surroundings.

An example is a pressure cooker on the stove. The surroundings (the stove) can supply heat energy to the food inside, but no matter can escape through the closed lid.

An isolated system is a system in which neither energy nor matter can be exchanged between the system and the surroundings.

An example is a thermos of hot soup. The cap prevents matter from escaping and the shiny interior reflects heat back into the soup.