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What is the layer of gases surrounding the planet Earth that is retained by Earth's gravity?

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atmosphere

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In the context of Earth's spheres, which spheres does water from a dam interact with when it seeps into the ground and evaporates into the air?

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geosphere and atmosphere

Front

What are the three spheres involved when plants draw water and nutrients from the soil and release water vapor into the atmosphere?

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biosphere; hydrosphere; geosphere

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In a marine biome, what are the two major interacting spheres?

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biosphere and hydrosphere

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How does the cryosphere impact climate globally?

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It interacts with the atmosphere and hydrosphere.

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Define the biosphere.

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and the Earth's interior.

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How do the atmosphere and hydrosphere interact in the water cycle?

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Water evaporates from the hydrosphere into the atmosphere, forms clouds, and returns as precipitation.

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

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The atmosphere traps heat and influences weather patterns, affecting climate.