Earth Global Systems

The solid crust of the Earth (lithosphere) interacts with the atmosphere (air) and ________ to influence temperature and therefore climate. In return, these three spheres affect all living organisms in the biosphere. A balance must be maintained to ensure the survival of all life on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which one of the Earths spheres are associated with the land?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which one of the Earths spheres are associated with water?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which one of the Earths spheres are associated with all living things?

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which Earth sphere is primarily composed of water, including oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater?

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

The layer of gases surrounding the Earth is known as the:

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

The solid outer shell of the Earth, including the continents and ocean floors, is part of the:

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Coral reefs, forests, and grasslands are examples of ecosystems found in the:

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere