Interactions of Earth's Spheres

The video tutorial introduces the four main spheres of Earth: geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. It explains the components and layers of each sphere, such as the crust and core of the geosphere, the water forms in the hydrosphere, and the layers of the atmosphere. The biosphere is discussed in terms of ecosystems and life forms. The video also explores how these spheres interact, affecting climate and life on Earth. The tutorial concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with more science content.

Which of the following is NOT a physical layer of the geosphere?

• Lithosphere

• Mesosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Asthenosphere

What percentage of Earth's hydrosphere is freshwater?

• 2.5%

• 5%

• 10%

• 25%

At what temperature does water transition to a gaseous state?

• 0 degrees Fahrenheit

• 212 degrees Fahrenheit

• 100 degrees Fahrenheit

• 32 degrees Fahrenheit

Which layer of the atmosphere is responsible for burning up most meteors?

• Thermosphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

Which layer of the atmosphere contains the ozone layer?

• Exosphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

What is the term for the place where an animal lives within the biosphere?

• Soil

• Biome

• Ecosystem

• Habitat

How does the geosphere interact with the atmosphere?

• By forming clouds

• Through erosion

• By creating ocean currents

• Through photosynthesis

What is an example of how the hydrosphere interacts with the atmosphere?

• Photosynthesis

• Water cycle

• Volcanic activity

• Erosion

Which sphere provides the living medium for the biosphere?

• Atmosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Geosphere

• Lithosphere

How do plants in the biosphere interact with the atmosphere?

• By absorbing sunlight

• By taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen

• By absorbing water

• By reflecting sunlight