Topic 3 Science Flashcardz

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What are the four spheres of Earth?

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Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Biosphere.

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What does the biosphere include?

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All living things.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth.

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What is the lithosphere?

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The lithosphere is the solid outer part of the Earth, including rocks and soil.

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What is an example of the interaction of all four spheres?

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Planting a tree and watching it grow over time.

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What type of water makes up most of the Earth's hydrosphere?

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Saltwater.

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What natural disasters are caused by the interaction of the hydrosphere and atmosphere?

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Blizzards and hurricanes.

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What is the difference between freshwater and saltwater?

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Freshwater has low salt concentration, while saltwater has high salt concentration, primarily found in oceans.

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How does the biosphere interact with the atmosphere?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen.