Earth's Systems

Front

What is the continuous pattern of weather over a long period of time, usually 30 days?

Back

Climate

Front

Deforestation in the Amazon affects which sphere through increased flooding, ocean warming, more tropical cyclones, and more pollution?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What do winds and clouds in the atmosphere interact with to determine patterns of weather?

Back

Landforms

Front

What sphere are glaciers a part of?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What is the continuous movement of water through the Earth's systems called?

Back

Water cycle

Front

What is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth called?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil, known as?

Back

Geosphere

Front

What is the term for the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem?

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Biodiversity

Front

What is the process by which plants use sunlight to make food called?

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Photosynthesis

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the surface of the Earth to the atmosphere and back?

Back

Water cycle