Why is the Earth a closed system?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an explanation of why the Earth is considered a closed system, focusing on the movement of energy and matter within the planet and its surroundings.
Answer
The Earth is a closed system because only energy is naturally exchanged with its surroundings.
The Earth is a closed system because only energy is naturally exchanged with its surroundings, while matter does not leave or enter in significant amounts.
Answer for screen readers
The Earth is a closed system because only energy is naturally exchanged with its surroundings, while matter does not leave or enter in significant amounts.
More Information
In a closed system, the energy can move in and out, but matter is essentially contained within the system limits.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing closed systems with isolated or open systems. In an isolated system, neither energy nor matter is exchanged.
Sources
- Why is Earth a closed system? - study.com
- Earth as a closed system - PetroWiki - petrowiki.spe.org
- Systems Thinking About the Earth System | MyNASAData - mynasadata.larc.nasa.gov
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