Examples of Isolated Systems

[Marisol Meneses 2C]

I know that isolated systems are rare or not likely in natural conditions, but what are some examples of isolated systems? Do they only occur in labs or is there a common example?

[Luke Iwai 3L]

I think it's mostly unrealistic. But a real example for the textbook that was an isolated system was a very good thermo flask. Another example was a bomb calorimeter. I guess it theoretically does not allow for mass or energy to enter or exit the system.

[Noah Nguyen 3B]

An example would be a very efficient thermos flask. A thermos flask keeps the liquid inside of it cool by not allowing any transfer of heat to go into or out of the bottle.

[Grace Strottman 2B]

Hi,

There are some common examples of an isolated system, such as a thermos. A thermos flask is totally isolated so there is no loss or gain of energy. It stays at a constant temperature and the volume does not change. (not sure if you know what this is but its basically like a yeti or hyrdroflask a cup meant to keep your drink at a constant temperature)

[Leanna1H]

Hi!

Isolated systems can occur in labs and in other settings. Some examples of isolated systems might be a thermos or a different type of air-tight container. As long as there is no exchange of energy or mass, it would be an isolated system.

[TiaPayne1F]

A prime example of an isolated system is the bomb calorimeter, in which no energy or matter can exit or enter the system.

[706069481]

Hi!

It’s difficult to maintain an isolated system, but a common example of one is a thermos since it’s relatively airtight and is created to trap its content and heat within.

[Sanjay Annamalai 3E]

Hello, an isolated system is generally unrealistic, but an example would be an inflated balloon. The surface of the balloon prevents matter from entering/exiting, essentially separating it from the rest of the environment. Isolated systems also don't involve heat or energy absorption/release.

[Sofi Ghasemzadeh 2G]

Isolated systems are highly unrealistic and unlikely to occur in the natural world. However, a textbook example would be a perfectly sealed thermos: constant volume, no loss or gain of energy (such as in the form of heat).