Quiz #2 on Earth Subsystems

1.Which of the following is not included in Earth’s subsystems?

• atmosphere

• geosphere

• hydrosphere

• photosphere

Hydrosphere includes all the _____ on Earth.

• gases

• landforms

• living things

• water

Which of the following are included in the geosphere?

• mineral

• nitrogen gas

• rock

• water vapor

Which of the following is true about the Earth’s subsystems?

• Each subsystem works independently and does not depend on other subsystems.

• Each subsystem did not change since the formation of the Earth.

• Earth’s subsystems interact with each other making life possible on Earth.

• Earth’s subsystems are similar to the subsystems of other planets.

How does the atmosphere support other subsystems?

• It supplies organisms the needed oxygen and carbon dioxide.

• It absorbs all the minerals and nutrients from the geosphere.

• It serves as a reservoir for water vapor.

• It shapes the Earth’s landforms by its constant movement as the wind.