Earth's Spheres

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres of Earth are the Atmosphere, Biosphere, Geosphere, and Hydrosphere.

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What does the term 'Biosphere' refer to?

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The Biosphere refers to all living organisms on Earth and their interactions with the environment.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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Define the Hydrosphere.

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The Hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for life.

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How do the Geosphere and Hydrosphere interact?

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The Geosphere and Hydrosphere interact through processes like erosion, sedimentation, and the water cycle.

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What role does the Atmosphere play in weather?

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The Atmosphere is crucial for weather patterns, as it contains the air and moisture that influence climate.

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What does 'Bio' in Biosphere mean?

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'Bio' means life.

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Give an example of an interaction between the Biosphere and Atmosphere.

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An example is plants (Biosphere) absorbing carbon dioxide from the air (Atmosphere) during photosynthesis.

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What is an example of the Hydrosphere affecting the Geosphere?

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Rainwater (Hydrosphere) can erode rocks and soil (Geosphere), shaping the landscape.

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