Earth Systems Interactions

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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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Water moves back and forth between Earth’s surface and the air. How does liquid water move from the air to the ground?

• boiling

• evaporation

• melting

• precipitation

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How does the water cycle show how the hydrosphere and atmosphere interact?

• Plants soak up water from the ground.

• Air evaporates to form water vapor clouds.

• Water filters through the soil into groundwater.

• Heat and wind cause water in a pond to evaporate into the air.

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Which of the following represents the correct sequence of flow in the water cycle?

• precipitation, condensation, evaporation

• condensation, evaporation, precipitation

• evaporation, condensation, precipitation

• evaporation, precipitation, condensation

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