Earth's Systems Flashcard 1

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What is the thin layer of gases surrounding the Earth called?

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Atmosphere

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What system includes all of the liquid and solid water and water vapor on Earth?

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Hydrosphere

Front

What does 'hydro' mean?

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Water

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Where can evidence of the interaction between the biosphere and atmosphere be found?

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In the carbon dioxide and oxygen cycle

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In a model pond, how do plants in the biosphere interact with the geosphere?

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Plants in the biosphere take in nutrients from the geosphere.

Front

What is the geosphere?

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

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What is the biosphere?

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The part of Earth where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is the atmosphere primarily composed of?

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Nitrogen and oxygen.

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What role does the hydrosphere play in the water cycle?

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It includes all forms of water, which evaporates, condenses, and precipitates.

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How do plants contribute to the carbon dioxide and oxygen cycle?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen during photosynthesis.