Exploring Earth's Major Systems

What is a system in the context of Earth's major systems?

• A collection of isolated components that do not interact

• A set of interconnected components that function together

• A single component that operates independently

• A random assortment of unrelated elements

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Which of the following best describes the geosphere?

• The layer of gases surrounding Earth

• The water bodies on Earth

• The solid, rocky part of Earth

• The living organisms on Earth

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The biosphere includes which of the following?

• Only plants

• Only animals

• All living organisms

• Only microorganisms

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Which sphere of Earth is primarily composed of water?

• Atmosphere

• Geosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Biosphere

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What is the primary component of the atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide

• Hydrogen

How do the geosphere and hydrosphere interact?

• The geosphere provides nutrients for the hydrosphere

• The hydrosphere erodes and shapes the geosphere

• The geosphere absorbs water from the hydrosphere

• The hydrosphere blocks sunlight from reaching the geosphere

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Which of the following is an example of interaction between the biosphere and atmosphere?

• Photosynthesis

• Erosion

• Volcanic eruption

• Ocean currents

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What role does the hydrosphere play in regulating Earth's climate?

• It reflects sunlight back into space

• It absorbs and stores heat

• It blocks wind patterns

• It prevents volcanic eruptions

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Which of the following best describes the interaction between the atmosphere and geosphere?

• The atmosphere provides oxygen for the geosphere

• The geosphere releases gases into the atmosphere

• The atmosphere blocks sunlight from reaching the geosphere

• The geosphere absorbs moisture from the atmosphere

Why is it important to understand the interactions among Earth's systems?

• To predict weather patterns accurately

• To create a balanced environment

• To increase the Earth's temperature

• To eliminate all natural disasters

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