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 does the prefix 'bio-' mean?

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It comes from the Greek word for 'life.'

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What does the prefix 'hydro-' mean?

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It comes from the Greek word for 'water.'

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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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 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 on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the cryosphere?

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The frozen water part of the Earth, including ice caps and glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the relationship between the atmosphere and weather?

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The atmosphere contains the air and gases that influence weather patterns.

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How do the spheres of Earth interact?

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They interact through processes like the water cycle and carbon cycle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is an example of the biosphere?

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Forests, animals, and humans are all part of the biosphere.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2