Earth's Spheres

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere is composed of all the water on or near the Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and moisture in the air.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the body of air surrounding our planet, consisting of gases that are essential for life.

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What two Earth systems interact when a deer drinks water from a creek?

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Biosphere and Hydrosphere interact when a deer drinks water from a creek.

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Which organisms are part of the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere includes all living things such as trees, cells, elephants, algae, mosses, lizards, and sharks.

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What is included in the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere includes oceans, rivers, lakes, and the moisture in the air.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, mountains, and landforms.

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How do the Atmosphere and Hydrosphere interact?

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The Atmosphere and Hydrosphere interact through processes like evaporation and precipitation.

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

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The Biosphere supports life and interacts with the other spheres by providing habitats and resources.

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What is an example of the Geosphere interacting with the Biosphere?

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An example is plants growing in soil, where the Geosphere provides the nutrients needed for growth.

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What is the importance of the Hydrosphere for living organisms?

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The Hydrosphere is crucial for living organisms as it provides water, which is essential for survival.

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