EALS-SUBSYSTEM

Mia is studying the Earth and its components in her science class. Her teacher asks the class, "Which of the following is NOT one of the four subsystems of the Earth?"

• biosphere

• hydrosphere

• water sphere

• geosphere

In a science class, Evelyn explains to her classmates that all of the waters, including subsurface and atmospheric water, comprise the Earth. Which geological subsystem best labels her statement?

• the geosphere

• the hydrosphere

• the biosphere

• the atmosphere

Emma is exploring the diverse environments of Earth, observing various living organisms in forests, oceans, and skies. Which subsystem best describes the statement?

• biosphere

• hydrosphere

• atmosphere

• geosphere

Noah is studying the interactions between different parts of the Earth. He learns about a subsystem that represents the “Global ecological system interacting with each other.” Which subsystem is he referring to?

• biosphere

• geosphere

• hydrosphere

• atmosphere

In a vibrant ecosystem, Emma is studying how plants convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis. She wonders, which subsystem will network with the biosphere to facilitate this process?

• atmosphere

• geosphere

• hydrosphere

• biosphere

During a hike in the mountains, Kai noticed that the air was filled with oxygen, water vapor, and nitrogen, which are essential for life. He wondered which Earth sphere contains these vital gases that help organisms survive.

• biosphere

• atmosphere

• hydrosphere

• geosphere

During a geology class, Mason learned about the different layers of the Earth. His teacher asked the class, "Which term is used to describe the thin layer of solid rock that makes up the outermost part of the Earth?"

• core

• crust

• mantle

• biosphere

While exploring the Earth, Ava noticed a layer of gases surrounding the planet. Among the subsystems, which is composed of a mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth?

• nitrogen

• atmosphere

• biosphere

• kingdoms

During a science class, Zoe learned that the atmosphere of the Earth is composed of ___ nitrogen and _____ oxygen and other gases.

• 0% and 100%

• 21% and 78%

• 78% and 21%

• 50% and 50%

While hiking in the mountains, Aria noticed various types of rocks and minerals around her. She wondered, in what subsystem of the Earth are these rocks and minerals found?

• atmosphere

• biosphere

• hydrosphere

• geosphere