Earth Science SOL Review 3

Front

What sphere do living things interact with when they breathe?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

Why does a comet’s tail point away from the Sun?

Back

The solar wind blows the tail away from the Sun.

Front

What is the breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles without a change in composition called?

Back

Mechanical weathering

Front

What happens when moist air is cooled below its dew point?

Back

Water condenses

Front

What do dramatic variations in the polar ice caps most likely suggest changes in?

Back

The Earth's Climate

Front

What is the geosphere?

Back

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

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

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

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What is the biosphere?

Back

The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for weather and climate.

Front

What is solar wind?

Back

Solar wind is a stream of charged particles released from the upper atmosphere of the Sun.