The Earth System

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What is the Earth System?

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The Earth System is the complex network of interactions between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and geosphere that supports life on Earth.

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What is scientific knowledge?

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Scientific knowledge is information and understanding gained through observation, experimentation, and reasoning, used to solve problems.

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What happens to water vapor when it gets cold?

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When water vapor gets cold, it condenses into liquid water, forming droplets.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes into liquid water.

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True or False: Water molecules are created or destroyed when water changes states (gas to liquid or liquid to gas).

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False. Water molecules are not created or destroyed; they simply change states.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor in 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 weather and climate.

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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 geosphere?

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor.