Geology on Mars: Chapter 1 Flashcard

Front

What are the four spheres of Earth?

Back

Geosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere

Front

What is a long, narrow groove on the surface of a planet made by either water, lava, or other liquids called?

Back

Channel

Front

What do scientists use to test ideas about the natural world?

Back

Models

Front

What is a set of interacting parts that function together called?

Back

System

Front

What is an event or series of events that causes changes in the geosphere called?

Back

Geologic process

Front

What is the layer of gases surrounding Earth called?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the solid part of Earth, including rocks and soil, called?

Back

Geosphere

Front

What is the term for the water component of Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What is the term for all living things on Earth?

Back

Biosphere

Front

What is the process by which rocks are broken down and transported?

Back

Erosion