Exploring Earth's Four Spheres

What is the definition of a "sphere" in the context of Earth Science?

• A flat surface that covers the Earth

• A three-dimensional shape that represents the Earth

• A two-dimensional circle that represents the Earth

• A line that divides the Earth into two halves

Which of the following spheres includes all the water on Earth?

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Biosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

The lithosphere is best described as:

• The layer of gases surrounding Earth

• The solid outer part of the Earth, including the crust and upper mantle

• The sphere that contains all living organisms

• The sphere that includes all water bodies

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Which sphere is primarily composed of air and gases?

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

The biosphere includes:

• Only plants

• Only animals

• All living organisms on Earth

• Only humans

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Which sphere interacts with the hydrosphere to form clouds?

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

• None of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What is the primary component of the lithosphere?

• Water

• Air

• Rocks and soil

• Living organisms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Which sphere is essential for the survival of plants and animals?

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

How do the hydrosphere and lithosphere interact?

• The lithosphere provides air for the hydrosphere

• The hydrosphere erodes and shapes the lithosphere

• The lithosphere provides sunlight for the hydrosphere

• The hydrosphere provides nutrients for the lithosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the atmosphere?

• It contains oxygen and nitrogen

• It is a solid layer

• It protects Earth from harmful solar radiation

• It is essential for weather and climate