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Biosphere

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Class
Date
1.

The system that contains all living things on Earth.

a)

Biosphere

b)

Atmoshpere

c)

Hydrosphere

d)

Geosphere

2.

The biosphere includes plants and animals that live

a)

on land

b)

on land and in the water

c)

on land, in water, and in the air

d)

in water

3.

The effects of people and their actions on the biosphere is called

a)

human impact

b)

biome

c)

environmental change

4.

"Bio-" means

a)

life

b)

water

c)

Earth

d)

air

5.

The ​ (a)   is the part of the Earth where life exists.

Choose from the below words

biosphere

atmosphere

asthenosphere

core

6.

What is the biosphere?

a)

The layer of gases surrounding the Earth

b)

The part of Earth where life exists

c)

The solid outer layer of the Earth

d)

The Earth's water bodies

7.

What is the main reason the biosphere is important for humans?

a)

It provides a place for humans to live

b)

It makes the Earth look pretty

c)

It keeps the Earth warm

d)

It controls the weather

8.

Which of the following is a living component of the biosphere?

a)

Soil

b)

Water

c)

Bacteria

d)

Air

9.

The biosphere contains

a)

All life on Earth

b)

All life, except bacteria

c)

All plant life

d)

Animal life and plant life

10.

Biosphere refers to

a)

all living organisms

b)

rocks

c)

air

d)

water

11.

What is the biosphere composed of?

a)

Only oxygen and carbon

b)

Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, calcium, and phosphorus

c)

Oxygen, carbon, and iron

d)

Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and sulfur

12.

Which of the following is a component of the biosphere?

a)

The Sun

b)

The Moon

c)

Plants

d)

Stars

13.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the biosphere?

a)

Animals

b)

Rocks

c)

Water

d)

Air

14.

Which of the following are part of the Biosphere?​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ (c)   ​ (d)   ​ (e)  

Choose from the below words

salt water

outer space

Missouri River

A bear's den

a farmer's field

Mars

The moon

landmasses

estuary

15.

How do plants contribute to the biosphere?

a)

By producing oxygen

b)

By absorbing sunlight

c)

By creating water

d)

By making noise

16.

Which one does not belong? The Biosphere is _______________________________

a)

called the zone of life

b)

all terrestrial ecosystems

c)

the place on or near Earth's surface that supports life

d)

all of the water in the ground, on the surface, and in the atmosphere

17.

The biosphere ONLY includes plants and animals that live on land.

a)

true

b)

false

18.

What type of interact is occurring in this picture?

a)

Geosphere & Hydrosphere

b)

Hydrosphere & Biosphere

c)

Biosphere & Atmosphere

d)

All of the above

19.

What is the primary function of the biosphere in the Earth's ecosystem?

a)

To regulate the Earth's temperature

b)

To support life by providing essential resources

c)

To control the Earth's magnetic field

d)

To generate the Earth's gravitational pull

20.

Which of the following processes is crucial for maintaining the balance of gases in the biosphere?

a)

Photosynthesis

b)

Evaporation

c)

Condensation

d)

Erosion

21.

How does the biosphere interact with the hydrosphere?

a)

By absorbing sunlight

b)

Through the water cycle

c)

By reflecting solar radiation

d)

Through volcanic activity

22.

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the biosphere and the atmosphere?

a)

The biosphere is independent of the atmosphere

b)

The biosphere relies on the atmosphere for oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange

c)

The biosphere controls the atmospheric pressure

d)

The biosphere is a part of the atmosphere

23.

What role do decomposers play in the biosphere?

a)

They produce oxygen

b)

They break down dead organic matter

c)

They absorb sunlight

d)

They create new species

24.

Which of the following is an example of a human activity that impacts the biosphere?

a)

Photosynthesis

b)

Deforestation

c)

Condensation

d)

Erosion

25.

What is the significance of biodiversity within the biosphere?

a)

It reduces the need for water

b)

It increases the Earth's temperature

c)

It ensures ecosystem resilience and stability

d)

It decreases the amount of available oxygen