Earth's Systems

Front

The word 'hydro' means ______.

Back

water

Front

The word 'bio' means ______.

Back

life

Front

This part of the Earth System includes the planet's water, including the oceans, lakes, rivers, ground water, ice, and vapor. What is it called?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

This part of the Earth System includes all living things, including plants and animals. What is it called?

Back

Biosphere

Front

Which of the following does NOT belong in the geosphere? Sand, Volcano, Mushrooms, Rocks

Back

Mushrooms

Front

What is the term for the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil?

Back

Geosphere

Front

What is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth called?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

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

Back

Water Cycle

Front

What do we call the area where living organisms interact with their environment?

Back

Ecosystem