earth systems review

Front

Define atmosphere

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Gas surrounding earth.

Front

What is true about earth's water?

Back

Most of the fresh water is in glaciers.

Front

Where do the highest temperatures occur?

Back

Thermosphere.

Front

How does the water cycle show how the hydrosphere and the atmosphere interact?

Back

Air evaporates to form water clouds.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

Which of the following does NOT belong in the biosphere?

Back

Clouds.

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the biosphere?

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

Front

What is the lithosphere?

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The solid outer part of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Front

What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy for evaporation of water.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process of turning from liquid into vapor.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4