Earth's Spheres

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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 hydrosphere?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, soil, and the Earth's interior.

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What is the atmosphere?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What does the word part 'GEO' mean?

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The word part 'GEO' means 'rock' or 'Earth'.

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What does the word part 'HYDRO' mean?

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The word part 'HYDRO' means 'water'.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What does the word part 'BIO' mean?

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The word part 'BIO' means 'life'.

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What does the word part 'CRYO' mean?

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The word part 'CRYO' means 'ice'.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How do the biosphere and hydrosphere interact?

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The biosphere relies on the hydrosphere for water, which is essential for all living organisms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4