Introduction to Earth's Systems

Front

What is the part of the Earth's system that contains all of Earth's water?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What type of forces are erosion and weathering that shape Earth's surface?

Back

Destructive forces

Front

What is a river system made up of?

Back

Tributaries

Front

What does a topographic map show that a road map does not?

Back

Elevation, relief, and slope

Front

What is the change in elevation from one contour line to the next called?

Back

Contour interval

Front

What is the Earth's solid outer layer called?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is the layer of gases surrounding Earth known as?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the term for the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the term for the movement of sediment from one place to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the term for the area of land that drains into a river system?

Back

Watershed