T1 Introduction to Earth’s Systems Vocabulary

Front

What is the relatively thin layer of gases that forms Earth's outermost layer?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

The densest parts of Earth, including the crust, mantle, and core, are known as the ________.

Back

Geosphere

Front

Which part of Earth consists of water in any of its forms, including oceans, glaciers, rivers, lakes, groundwater, and water vapor?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

The portion of the hydrosphere that is frozen, including all the ice and snow on land, plus sea and lake ice, is called the ________.

Back

Cryosphere

Front

Which parts of Earth contain living organisms?

Back

Biosphere

Front

The ability to do work or cause change is known as ________.

Back

Energy

Front

What is the shape of the land determined by elevation, relief, and landforms called?

Back

Topography

Front

A feature on the surface of Earth, such as a coastline, dune, or mountain, is known as a ________.

Back

Landform

Front

A landform with high elevation and high relief is called a ________.

Back

Mountain

Front

What forms the boundary between the land and the ocean or a lake?

Back

Coastline