Final Review #3: Earth's Spheres

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, groundwater, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

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Which of the following does not belong to the hydrosphere?

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Soil.

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What is the atmosphere?

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

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What is an example of a connection between the atmosphere and hydrosphere?

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Rain.

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What sphere of Earth does wind belong to?

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Atmosphere.

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Which planet is known to have life?

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Earth.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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How do thunderstorms connect the atmosphere and hydrosphere?

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Thunderstorms involve the interaction of atmospheric conditions (like temperature and pressure) with water in the hydrosphere (like rain).

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What role does the atmosphere play in the water cycle?

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The atmosphere is crucial for the water cycle, facilitating processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.