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What are the main components of the hydrosphere?

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Oceans, rivers, lakes, and moisture in the air.

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What is the definition of the atmosphere?

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A mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth like a blanket.

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True or False: The atmosphere is essential for life on Earth.

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True

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What happens to temperature as you move higher in the atmosphere?

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It generally gets colder.

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Define evaporation.

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The process by which a liquid turns into a gas.

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What is the role of the hydrosphere in the water cycle?

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It includes all water on Earth, which is essential for processes like evaporation and precipitation.

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What is the significance of the atmosphere for weather patterns?

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The atmosphere contains the gases and moisture that influence weather and climate.

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What are the layers of the atmosphere?

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Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, and Exosphere.

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How does the hydrosphere interact with the atmosphere?

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Through processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water.