Earth Systems

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the part of Earth that contains all living things, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What does the Geosphere refer to?

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The Geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for weather and life.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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

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What is the Cryosphere?

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The Cryosphere encompasses all the frozen water on Earth, including glaciers, ice caps, and sea ice.

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What does positive feedback mean in Earth systems?

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Positive feedback means that a process is speeding up, leading to an increase in the effects of that process.

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What does negative feedback mean in Earth systems?

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Negative feedback means that a process is slowing down, leading to a decrease in the effects of that process.

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How do warmer air temperatures affect glaciers?

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Warmer air temperatures cause glaciers to melt, which impacts sea levels and ecosystems.

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What is an example of the interaction between the Atmosphere and the Hydrosphere?

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An example is how evaporation from oceans (Hydrosphere) contributes to cloud formation (Atmosphere).

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What role does the Biosphere play in the Earth's systems?

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The Biosphere interacts with other spheres by providing oxygen, food, and habitats for living organisms.

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