ES Chapter 2 Earth as a System

Front

What is the solid, outer layer of Earth that consists of the crust and the rigid upper part of the mantle?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

How is matter and energy exchanged between the spheres of Earth?

Back

Through chemical reactions, radioactive decay, radiation of energy, and growth and decay of organisms.

Front

What is a system in which energy, but not matter, is exchanged with the surroundings called?

Back

Closed system

Front

What is the region of space that Earth's magnetic field affects?

Back

Magnetosphere

Front

What is the liquid layer of iron and nickel beneath the mesosphere called?

Back

Outer core

Front

What is the term for the layer of Earth that includes the crust and the upper mantle?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What are the four main spheres of Earth?

Back

Lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.

Front

What is the process by which energy is transferred through the movement of fluids?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the term for the layer of Earth that is semi-fluid and allows tectonic plates to move?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the term for the solid inner part of the Earth?

Back

Inner core