Earth's Spheres

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What is the Ecosphere?

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The Ecosphere includes both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors that interact in an environment.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth, including water vapor in the atmosphere.

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What does the Latin prefix 'Bio-' mean?

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The prefix 'Bio-' means 'Living Things'.

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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 climate.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere refers to the solid parts of Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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What is the definition of Spheres in Earth science?

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Spheres are subsystems that categorize all matter on Earth, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and geosphere.

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What is the role of the Atmosphere in Earth's systems?

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The Atmosphere provides air for living organisms, regulates temperature, and protects Earth from harmful solar radiation.

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How does the Hydrosphere interact with the Geosphere?

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The Hydrosphere shapes the Geosphere through processes like erosion and sediment deposition.

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What is an example of a biotic factor in the Biosphere?

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An example of a biotic factor is plants, animals, and microorganisms.