closed system

noun — 2 senses

closed system

noun
1

Chemistry, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics Physical A physical system whose interaction with its environment is limited to particular types of transfer, so that certain quantities are conserved within the system.

2

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics, Thermodynamics A system that can exchange heat and work, but not matter, with its surroundings.

Related terms
open system, isolated system

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