STUDY: Unit 3.1 Earth's Spheres Test

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What are the three main parts of the Earth system that interact when Florida’s orange trees grow?

Back

Biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere.

Front

What is the least dense layer of the atmosphere?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

Does water that evaporates from the ocean contain salt?

Back

False.

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What is the basis for dividing Earth's atmosphere into layers?

Back

Temperature.

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What is an example of an interaction between the cryosphere and hydrosphere?

Back

Release of fresh water into ocean water as icebergs melt.

Front

What is the biosphere?

Back

The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

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

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life.

Front

What is the geosphere?

Back

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

Front

What is the cryosphere?

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The cryosphere includes all the frozen water on Earth, such as glaciers and ice caps.