Earth Systems Interactions

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5th Grade
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Lisa Thompson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 12 pts
Earth's surface and interior is the___________.
Biosphere
Atmosphere
Geosphere
Hydrosphere
Answer explanation
The correct answer is 'Geosphere' because it refers to the solid parts of Earth, including the surface and interior. The biosphere relates to life, the atmosphere to air, and the hydrosphere to water.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 12 pts
Earth's relatively thin layer of gases is the __________.
Biosphere
Geosphere
Hydrosphere
Atmosphere
Answer explanation
Earth's relatively thin layer of gases is called the atmosphere. It surrounds the planet and is essential for life, providing the air we breathe and protecting us from harmful solar radiation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 12 pts
How do the geosphere and the atmosphere interact?
Air contains water.
Volcanic ash can enter the atmosphere.
Living things need air to survive.
Answer explanation
Air contains water vapor, which is essential for weather patterns and supports life. This interaction between the geosphere and atmosphere is crucial for maintaining ecosystems and climate.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 12 pts
The atmosphere is...
all of earths water
the gaseous layer that envelopes the earth.
all the rock on earth
all living things
Answer explanation
The atmosphere refers to the gaseous layer surrounding the Earth, which is essential for life. The other options describe water, rock, and living things, which are not accurate definitions of the atmosphere.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Toby drew a diagram of the water cycle. Which two Earth systems are interacting as the water evaporates from the ocean?
atmosphere and biosphere
geosphere and biosphere
biosphere and hydrosphere
hydrosphere and atmosphere
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Glaciers in the mountains start to melt when the air temperature increases. This is an example of which two Earth systems interacting?
atmosphere and biosphere
hydrosphere and biosphere
hydrosphere and geosphere
atmosphere and hydrosphere
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The flow of water can cause soil erosion. This diagram shows soil erosion caused by rain. Which two Earth systems are interacting in this picture?
biosphere and geosphere
atmosphere and biosphere
geosphere and hydrosphere
hydrosphere and atmosphere
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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