DLA Review Flashcards

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What is the Biosphere?

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The area on earth where all living beings are

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What is the Atmosphere?

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Layer of gas surrounding earth

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What is the Lithosphere?

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Outermost layer of the earth

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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All of the water on earth including groundwater, surface water, etc.

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Tropical Forests are characterized by high _________.

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temperature

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Temperate Forests are defined by _______ seasons.

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distinct

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Mountains are characterized by high elevation and _______ temperature.

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cool

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What is one way humans adapt to colder climates?

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Warm clothing

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Fill in the blank: ________ is the declining of trees in forested areas because of human activity.

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deforestation

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What is an example of a physical process that affects the earth's surface?

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Erosion, earthquakes, ocean currents, volcanic eruptions, etc.