Earth's system & Spheres

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere includes the continents, the ocean floor, all the rocks on the surface, and all of the sand in the deserts.

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What is the role of the Sun's energy in the Earth System?

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Energy from the Sun travels as waves to the Earth and is either reflected or absorbed by the Earth System.

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Which spheres interact during a volcanic eruption?

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The geosphere and atmosphere interact when a volcano erupts and releases hot gases into the air.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is composed of all the living things on Earth.

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What describes Earth's atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the mixture of gases that surrounds Earth.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere includes all the salt and fresh liquid water on Earth’s surface.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life.

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How do the spheres of Earth interact?

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The spheres interact through processes like weathering, erosion, and the water cycle.

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What is an example of the Geosphere interacting with the Hydrosphere?

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An example is when rain erodes rocks, transporting sediments into rivers.

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What is the significance of the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere supports all living organisms and their interactions with the environment.