Earth's Systems

Front

What two spheres interact when water runs off the side of a mountain and causes erosion?

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Hydrosphere and Geosphere

Front

What does the prefix 'Atmo-' refer to?

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Air

Front

What two spheres interact when wind creates waves in the ocean?

Back

Atmosphere and Hydrosphere

Front

What does the prefix 'Bio-' refer to?

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Life

Front

What percentage of Earth's water is fresh water?

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3%.

Front

What is the Hydrosphere?

Back

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

Front

What is the Geosphere?

Back

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

Front

What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

Front

What is the Biosphere?

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

Front

How do the Hydrosphere and Atmosphere interact?

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They interact through processes like evaporation and precipitation.