Earth's Spheres

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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 moisture in the air.

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What is the source of energy for changes and interactions among Earth's spheres?

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The Sun is the primary source of energy that drives changes and interactions among Earth's spheres.

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How does the Hydrosphere interact with the Atmosphere?

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An example is the ocean affecting air temperature, which influences weather patterns.

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What is included in the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere includes all living organisms, such as trees, cells, elephants, algae, mosses, lizards, and sharks.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the body of air surrounding our planet, composed of gases essential for life.

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What is the Geosphere?

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

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What role does the Sun play in Earth's systems?

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The Sun provides energy that drives processes in the Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere, and Geosphere.

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What is an example of the Geosphere interacting with the Hydrosphere?

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An example is rivers flowing over rocks, shaping the landscape.

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What are the main components of the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is mainly composed of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.

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How do plants in the Biosphere affect the Atmosphere?

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Plants release oxygen through photosynthesis, which is essential for animal life.