Earth Spheres

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is all the air and gases surrounding the planet.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the sphere containing all land on Earth.

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres are the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the sphere that includes all living organisms on Earth.

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How does the atmosphere affect weather?

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The atmosphere contains gases that interact with solar energy, influencing weather patterns and climate.

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What role does the hydrosphere play in the water cycle?

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The hydrosphere is essential for the water cycle, as it includes all bodies of water that evaporate, condense, and precipitate.

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What is the relationship between the geosphere and the biosphere?

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The geosphere provides the land and nutrients necessary for the biosphere, which consists of living organisms.

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How do human activities impact the atmosphere?

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Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, contribute to air pollution and climate change, affecting the atmosphere.

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What is the significance of the ozone layer in the atmosphere?

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The ozone layer protects life on Earth by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.