Atmosphere and Biosphere

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, lakes, glaciers, water vapor, and groundwater.

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What weather does a warm front bring?

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A warm front brings clear skies and warmer temperatures.

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What causes Earth's seasons?

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Earth's seasons are caused by its tilt and revolution around the sun.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is when gravity pulls moisture back to the Earth’s surface from the atmosphere, such as rain or snow.

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What forms when water vapor molecules squeeze together in the atmosphere?

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Clouds are formed when water vapor molecules squeeze together in the atmosphere.

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What is the atmosphere?

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

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What is the biosphere?

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather in a region.