Earth's Four Spheres FLASHCARD

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What are the FOUR MAJOR spheres of the Earth?

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Biosphere, Hydrosphere, Geosphere, Atmosphere

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Which two spheres interact when a volcanic eruption spews gases and ash into the air?

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Geosphere and Atmosphere

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The system made up of all the water on or near the Earth's surface.

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What does the term 'Biosphere' refer to?

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

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What is the Geosphere?

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

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The layer of gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is an example of the Hydrosphere?

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Oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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How do the Biosphere and Geosphere interact?

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Plants (biosphere) grow in soil (geosphere) and depend on it for nutrients.

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What is the role of the Atmosphere in weather?

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It contains the gases that form clouds and precipitation.

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What is the Cryosphere?

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The frozen water part of the Earth, including ice caps and glaciers.