2.3: Natural Systems — Read — Invisible Network

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At the beginning of this chapter we defined a system as a collection of interacting objects. The Earth and its atmosphere defines the Earth system. A system consists of three basic elements: (1) a functioning set of components, (2) a flow of energy which powers them, and (3) a process for the internal regulation of their functioning called feedback (Trewartha, et. al., 1977).

2.3.1: Components of the Earth System
2.3.2: Types of Systems
2.3.3: Sources of Energy
2.3.4: System Regulation
2.3.5: Feedbacks

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