What is the difference between an open and closed system?

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2007-03-07 11:52:30 · 2 answers · asked by Milexis 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

an open system is a system in which energy can escape. A closed system is a system in which energy cannot escape.

2007-03-07 11:58:35 · answer #1 · answered by Chess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

An open system allows gas exchange with the outside. A closed system is sealed and nothing from the inside can mix with the outside.

2007-03-07 19:56:52 · answer #2 · answered by physandchemteach 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋