Earth's Spheres

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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, and underground.

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres of Earth are the Geosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, and Biosphere.

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What does the prefix 'bio' mean?

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The prefix 'bio' comes from Greek and means 'life'.

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

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About 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water.

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What is found in the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere includes soil, rocks, and minerals.

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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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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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How do the spheres interact?

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The spheres interact in various ways, such as water from the Hydrosphere evaporating into the Atmosphere and supporting life in the Biosphere.

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What is an example of the Geosphere?

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An example of the Geosphere is a mountain or a rock.

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What role does the Hydrosphere play in weather?

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The Hydrosphere influences weather patterns through evaporation and precipitation.

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