Earth's Spheres

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres of Earth are the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.

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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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What is the atmosphere?

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

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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How do plants interact with the geosphere?

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Plants draw nutrients from the soil, which is part of the geosphere.

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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 is an example of interaction between the atmosphere and hydrosphere?

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An example is when carbon dioxide from the air dissolves in ocean water.

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What is an example of interaction between the biosphere and geosphere?

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An example is when dead plants decompose and return nitrogen to the soil.

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What role does the atmosphere play in weather?

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The atmosphere contains gases that trap heat and moisture, influencing weather patterns.

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