Earth's Sphere's and Atmosphere

Earth's Sphere's and Atmosphere

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the four main spheres of the Earth?

Back

The four main spheres of the Earth are the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for life and weather.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the biosphere?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere encompasses all water bodies on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the lithosphere?

Back

The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the stratosphere?

Back

The stratosphere is the second layer of Earth's atmosphere, located above the troposphere and below the mesosphere, containing the ozone layer.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does the ozone layer play in the atmosphere?

Back

The ozone layer absorbs the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, protecting living organisms on Earth.

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