Earth's Spheres

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What are the four parts of Earth's system?

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Land, water, living things, air.

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What is an example of interaction among Earth's spheres?

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Rain falls and waters plants, helping them to grow.

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How does the hydrosphere interact with the atmosphere?

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The ocean affects air temperature.

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What provides energy for changes and interactions among Earth's spheres?

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The sun.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The air.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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What is the lithosphere?

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The solid outer part of the Earth, including landforms and rocks.

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What is the biosphere?

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The part of Earth where living organisms exist.

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How do plants interact with the atmosphere?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

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What role does the sun play in Earth's systems?

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It provides energy that drives weather, climate, and life.

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