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dissipative system

American  
[dis-uh-payt-iv sis-tuhm] / ˈdɪs əˌpeɪt ɪv ˈsɪs təm /

noun

  1. Thermodynamics. an open system that maintains its structure through the dissipation of energy to its surroundings.

dissipative system Scientific  
/ dĭs′ə-pā′tĭv /

  1. See under open system

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