Hydrosphere and Atmosphere

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the part of Earth that includes all the water in oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, and underground.

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What is the atmosphere?

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

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What percentage of Earth's freshwater is found in glaciers?

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68.9% of Earth's freshwater is found in glaciers.

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Which of the following is not part of the hydrosphere: river, soil, groundwater, pond?

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Soil is not part of the hydrosphere.

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What is freshwater?

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Freshwater is water that has low concentrations of dissolved salts, found in rivers, lakes, and glaciers.

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Which of the following is not considered freshwater: groundwater, glaciers, ocean, river?

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The ocean is not considered freshwater.

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What does the prefix 'hydro' mean?

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The prefix 'hydro' means water.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and geosphere.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from liquid to vapor, usually due to heat.

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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, forming clouds.