Earths Spheres REVIEW

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What are the layers of the atmosphere in order from Earth’s surface to space?

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Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

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What is the body of air surrounding our planet called?

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Atmosphere

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What do we call fresh water that lies beneath the Earth's surface?

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Groundwater

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

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A plant receiving water from precipitation.

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How much of the planet is covered by water?

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70%.

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What is the geosphere?

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

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What is the hydrosphere?

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

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What is the biosphere?

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

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What is the atmosphere?

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The layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is the significance of the ozone layer?

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It protects living organisms from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.