Gr. 8- Systems

A system is...

• a group of parts that function together to perform a specific task.

• the function performed.

• independent of other mechanisms.

• one part that performs work individually.

The two categories of systems are ________________ systems and _________________ systems.

What is a social system?

• A system that relies on a group of physical parts to perform a function.

• A group of people or other organisms joining together to perform tasks and establish relationships.

What is a physical system?

• A system that relies on a group of physical parts to perform a function.

• A group of people or other organisms joining together to perform tasks and establish relationships.

What is meant by input?

• All of the tasks or services that the systems performs.

• The function that the system is supposed to perform.

• All of the things that go into a system to make it work.

What is meant by function?

• The things that go into a system to make it work.

• The tasks or services that the system performs.

• The function that the system is supposed to perform.

What is meant by output?

• All of the tasks or services that the system performs.

• All of the things that go into a system to make it work.

• The function that the system is supposed to perform.

What is the input of a bicycle?

• The downward force applied to the pedals.

• The forward motion of the bicycle.

• To transport people from place to place.

• The spinning of the wheels.

A mechanical system is a...

• physical system

• social system

An electrical system is a ...

• physical system

• social system