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CHM 101 Thermochemistry II Objective Question

Question

What is an isolated system?
Options
A Exchanges both matter and energy
B Exchanges energy but not matter
C Exchanges neither energy nor matter
Correct Answer
D Exchanges matter but not energy
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An isolated system exchanges neither energy nor matter. Example: An ideal thermos flask (approximate).

Hint

The notes define isolated system with this example.

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