Earth's Spheres and Energy

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ATMOSPHERE

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The layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life, weather, and climate.

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GEOSPHERE

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The solid part of Earth, including rocks, minerals, and landforms.

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HYDROSPHERE

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All the water on Earth's surface, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers.

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CRYOSPHERE

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The frozen water part of the Earth system, including ice caps and glaciers.

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BIOSPHERE

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The global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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ENERGY

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The capacity to do work, driving all processes on Earth, including those in the spheres.