Earth Spheres

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What is the Atmosphere?

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All the air and gases on the planet.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The non-living soil, rocks, and minerals of the Earth.

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What is the Biosphere?

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Made up of living things.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The rivers, lakes, and oceans of the Earth.

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What does the prefix 'bio-' mean?

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Comes from the Greek word for 'life'.

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What does the prefix 'geo-' mean?

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Relates to the Earth.

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What does the prefix 'hydro-' mean?

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Relates to water.

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What is the Cryosphere?

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All the frozen water on Earth.

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Name the four main Earth spheres.

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Geosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere.

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How do the spheres interact?

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They constantly exchange energy and matter.