Flashcard: Interactions of Earth's Spheres

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the part of Earth that includes all the water in oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, and even water vapor in the atmosphere.

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Which of the following does NOT belong in the hydrosphere?

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Corals are not part of the hydrosphere; they are living organisms found in the biosphere.

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres are the biosphere (living things), geosphere (land), hydrosphere (water), and atmosphere (air).

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth, primarily composed of nitrogen and oxygen.

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How do the biosphere and geosphere interact?

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When animals decompose, nutrients from their bodies enrich the soil in the geosphere, supporting plant life in the biosphere.

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What is an example of the hydrosphere interacting with the atmosphere?

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The ocean affecting air temperature is an example of interaction between the hydrosphere and atmosphere.

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What percentage of air in the atmosphere is oxygen?

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Air in the atmosphere is composed of 21% oxygen.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What role does the atmosphere play in weather?

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The atmosphere contains gases that trap heat and moisture, influencing weather patterns and climate.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where all living organisms exist.