Exploring Spheres on Earth

Mrs. Bodie introduces a lesson on Earth's spheres, emphasizing the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. She explains each sphere's components and their interconnections, highlighting how actions can impact all spheres. Students are encouraged to prepare with specific materials and focus on understanding the interconnectedness of Earth's systems.

What materials do you need to have ready before starting the lesson?

• Several different colored markers or pencils and a foldable

• A ruler and a compass

• A calculator and a notebook

• A laptop and headphones

Why is Earth considered a unique planet in the solar system?

• It has the most water

• It is the closest to the sun

• It is the only planet with life

• It has the largest mountains

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What does the term 'geosphere' refer to?

• All the water on Earth

• All the life on Earth

• All the rocks and soil on Earth

• All the gases on Earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Which of the following is NOT part of the geosphere?

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Volcanoes

• Soil

What does the root 'hydro' mean?

• Gas

• Water

• Life

• Earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is part of the hydrosphere?

• Oxygen

• Trees

• Oceans

• Mountains

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What does the term 'biosphere' encompass?

• All the water on Earth

• All the rocks and soil on Earth

• All the life on Earth

• All the gases on Earth

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which color is associated with the biosphere in the lesson?

• Blue

• Brown

• Green

• Yellow

What does the term 'atmosphere' refer to?

• All the rocks and soil on Earth

• All the life on Earth

• All the gases on Earth

• All the water on Earth

How can a single event like a wildfire affect multiple spheres?

• It has a domino effect impacting gases, earth, water, and life

• It only affects the hydrosphere

• It only affects the biosphere

• It only affects the geosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4