Earth Spheres gr6 Unit 2 Review

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is all the air and gases that surround the Earth.

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What are the main components of the atmosphere?

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The main components of the atmosphere include oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat, keeping the Earth's surface warm.

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How does weathering occur in nature?

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Weathering occurs when natural processes, such as plant roots growing in rocks, cause the rocks to break down.

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What are the four main Earth spheres?

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

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How do the atmosphere and biosphere interact?

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The atmosphere and biosphere interact through processes like photosynthesis, respiration, and the movement of air affecting plant growth.

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What role does the atmosphere play in weather?

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The atmosphere is crucial for weather as it contains the air and moisture that influence temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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How does the atmosphere protect life on Earth?

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The atmosphere protects life on Earth by filtering harmful solar radiation and regulating temperature.