Earth's Systems

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Which sphere does the ocean belong to?

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Hydrosphere: The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Mount Everest is an example of which sphere?

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Geosphere: The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including mountains, rocks, and soil.

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What is the Earth System made up of all the water on Earth?

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Hydrosphere: The hydrosphere encompasses all forms of water found on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What does the prefix 'Atmo-' refer to?

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Air: The prefix 'Atmo-' is derived from the Greek word for air, relating to the atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What sphere would a volcano be found in?

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Geosphere: Volcanoes are part of the geosphere, which includes all landforms and geological features.

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What is the definition of the biosphere?

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Biosphere: The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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What does the atmosphere consist of?

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Atmosphere: The atmosphere is a layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for weather and climate.

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What is the cryosphere?

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

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How does the hydrosphere interact with the atmosphere?

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The hydrosphere interacts with the atmosphere through processes like evaporation and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is an example of the geosphere?

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An example of the geosphere is a mountain range, which is made up of solid rock and soil.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1