Interactions of Earth’s Spheres

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What is the process called when the wind breaks down and changes rocks?

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Weathering & erosion

Front

Which of these is NOT one of Earth's spheres?

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Exosphere

Front

In the model of Earth's spheres, the atmosphere and hydrosphere interact with which sphere?

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Geosphere

Front

How does Earth's hydrosphere interact with the atmosphere?

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The ocean affects air temperature.

Front

Which sphere includes rocks and sediments?

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Geosphere

Front

What is the geosphere?

Back

The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, minerals, and landforms.

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

Front

What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth.

Front

What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.