The system on the right will reach equilibrium. The system on the left will not.

Question

Choose the answer that supports this statement.
Responses
A The system on the right is a closed system. Because not matter can leave the system, it is said to be in equilibrium.The system on the right is a closed system. Because not matter can leave the system, it is said to be in equilibrium.
B The system on the right is a closed system. Energy will not pass out of the system. The rate of evaporation slows and stops so that condensation can begin.The system on the right is a closed system. Energy will not pass out of the system. The rate of evaporation slows and stops so that condensation can begin.
C The system on the right is a closed system. Matter will not be exchanged with the surroundings. The rate of evaporation equals the rate of condensation and the system remains unchanged.The system on the right is a closed system. Matter will not be exchanged with the surroundings. The rate of evaporation equals the rate of condensation and the system remains unchanged.
D The system on the right is a closed system. Matter and energy will not be exchanged with the surroundings. The rate of evaporation equals the rate of condensation and the system remains unchanged.

Answer 1

C The system on the right is a closed system. Matter will not be exchanged with the surroundings. The rate of evaporation equals the rate of condensation and the system remains unchanged.