Earth Systems

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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All the waters on the earth's surface, such as lakes and seas, and sometimes including water over the earth's surface, such as clouds.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The mixture of gases surrounding the earth or another planet.

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What is the Cryosphere?

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Frozen water on earth, including ice caps, glaciers, and snow.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The mostly solid, rocky part of the Earth; extends from the center of the core to the surface of the crust.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The regions of the surface, atmosphere, and hydrosphere of the Earth occupied by living organisms.

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What are the four main Earth systems?

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Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, Geosphere, and Biosphere.

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How does the Hydrosphere interact with the Atmosphere?

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Water evaporates from the Hydrosphere into the Atmosphere, forming clouds.

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What role does the Geosphere play in the Earth systems?

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It provides the solid foundation for life and influences the distribution of ecosystems.

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What is an example of the Cryosphere's impact on climate?

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Melting ice caps contribute to rising sea levels and affect global temperatures.

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How do human activities affect the Atmosphere?

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Pollution from vehicles and industries releases greenhouse gases, leading to climate change.

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