Index Card (Part5) December

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the Earth system that contains all living things.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the system that contains all of Earth's water.

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What type of weather is associated with a maritime polar air mass?

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Cloudy and rainy weather.

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What provides energy for the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy for the water cycle.

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What are jet streams?

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Jet streams are high-altitude, fast-moving air currents that influence weather and climate.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the core of the Earth?

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The core is the innermost layer of the Earth, composed mainly of iron and nickel.

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What is the crust of the Earth?

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The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, where we live, consisting of land and ocean floors.

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What role do ocean tides play in the water cycle?

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Ocean tides help in the movement of water but do not directly provide energy for the water cycle.