Earth's Spheres (Earth's Systems)

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What is the body of gases surrounding Earth called?

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Atmosphere

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What are the four spheres of Earth?

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The four spheres are the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere (geosphere), and biosphere, and they are all connected and interact with each other.

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Which Earth's sphere interacts with all other spheres?

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Biosphere

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What does the lithosphere/geosphere refer to?

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The lithosphere/geosphere refers to the solid outer part of the Earth, including the crust and upper mantle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What does 'bio' mean in the context of Earth's systems?

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Life

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How do the spheres of Earth interact with each other?

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The spheres interact through processes such as the water cycle, carbon cycle, and energy flow, affecting climate, weather, and ecosystems.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What role does the atmosphere play in Earth's systems?

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The atmosphere provides essential gases for life, regulates temperature, and protects the Earth from harmful solar radiation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is the significance of the biosphere?

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The biosphere is crucial for sustaining life, as it includes all living organisms and their interactions with the environment.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the difference between the lithosphere and the hydrosphere?

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The lithosphere is the solid part of the Earth, while the hydrosphere refers to all water bodies.