Topic 5: Human Impacts on Earth's Systems

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the part of Earth where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What does it mean to reduce waste?

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To reduce waste means to use less and create less garbage, which helps protect the environment.

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Which material takes longer to biodegrade: newspaper or glass bottle?

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A glass bottle takes longer to biodegrade than newspaper.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of breaking down waste materials to create new products.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life and weather.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere includes all the solid parts of Earth, such as rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere is all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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What is an example of reusing?

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Using a glass jar to store food instead of throwing it away is an example of reusing.

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Why is reducing waste important?

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Reducing waste is important because it helps conserve resources and reduces pollution.

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What happens to plastic in the environment?

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Plastic can take hundreds of years to decompose, causing harm to wildlife and ecosystems.

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