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Three Types of Systems of Thermodynamics

1. Open System: e.g. water in an open container. Can exchange mass and

heat with surroundings (in the form of heat).

2. Closed System: e.g. water in a closed containers. Only transfer of energy,

not mass.

. !solated System: e.g. water in a insulted container. "o transfer of mass or

energy