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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth that includes all living things and living systems.

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Which sphere includes mountains?

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Mountains are part of the geosphere.

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What does the hydrosphere consist of?

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The hydrosphere consists of all the rivers, lakes, and oceans of the Earth.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere includes all the landforms on Earth, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is included in the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all bodies of water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is the cryosphere?

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The cryosphere includes all the frozen water on Earth, such as glaciers and ice caps.

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How do the biosphere and geosphere interact?

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The biosphere interacts with the geosphere by using soil and minerals for plant growth.

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What role does the hydrosphere play in weather?

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The hydrosphere influences weather patterns through evaporation and precipitation.

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What is an example of a landform in the geosphere?

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Mountains are an example of a landform in the geosphere.

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