Interactions of Earth’s Spheres

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where living things exist, including plants, animals, and humans.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, which we breathe and which protects us from the sun's harmful rays.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, soil, and the Earth's core.

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How do bees interact with the biosphere?

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Bees are part of the biosphere because they are living organisms that pollinate plants and help produce food.

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How does the hydrosphere affect the atmosphere?

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The hydrosphere affects the atmosphere by influencing weather patterns, such as how oceans can change air temperature.

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What are gases in the atmosphere?

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Gases in the atmosphere include oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and other gases that are essential for life.

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Give an example of an interaction between the hydrosphere and the geosphere.

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An example is a river flowing through a canyon, where water shapes the land.

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How do humans impact all four spheres of Earth?

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Humans impact the biosphere (through pollution), hydrosphere (by using water), atmosphere (by emitting gases), and geosphere (by mining and building).

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What is an example of how the atmosphere affects the biosphere?

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An example is how weather conditions, like rain and sunlight, affect plant growth.