Earth's Spheres and Layers Review

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet, including oceans, lakes, rivers, glaciers, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

Front

Which of the following does NOT belong in the hydrosphere?

Back

Fish.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the water in the hydrosphere over time?

Back

The amount of water in the hydrosphere remains constant.

Front

Name three components of the hydrosphere.

Back

Oceans, rain, and glaciers.

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What process describes water moving from the hydrosphere to the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

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

Front

What are the main layers of the atmosphere?

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The main layers are the Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, and Exosphere.

Front

Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth's surface?

Back

The Troposphere.

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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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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.