Sphere Review

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What are the four main spheres of the Earth?

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Geosphere, Biosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere

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What does the Geosphere consist of?

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The Earth's core, mantle, and crust.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the sphere that makes up all life on Earth.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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

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What happens if one of the four main spheres is removed?

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The complete removal of one of the four main spheres would have a catastrophic effect on the planet.

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How do the Hydrosphere and Atmosphere interact?

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The water cycle is an interaction between the Hydrosphere and Atmosphere.

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What is one way the Biosphere interacts with the Atmosphere?

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Life needs carbon and oxygen to survive.

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What is the role of the Geosphere in supporting life?

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The Geosphere provides minerals and land for organisms to live.

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How does the Hydrosphere affect the Geosphere?

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Water from the Hydrosphere can cause erosion and shape the land in the Geosphere.