Spheres Flashcard

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What are the four spheres of Earth?

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Geosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere is all the rock that makes up the surface of our planet.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, which protects it from the Sun's harmful rays.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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The Hydrosphere includes all water on Earth's surface, such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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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 role does the Atmosphere play in weather?

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The Atmosphere is crucial for weather patterns, as it contains the air and moisture that influence climate.

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What is the Cryosphere?

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The Cryosphere refers to the frozen water part of the Earth system, including ice caps and glaciers.

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How do strong winds affect sand dunes?

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Strong winds can change the shape of sand dunes by blowing the sand to other areas.

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What is the significance of the ozone layer?

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The ozone layer, located in the stratosphere, protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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What is the difference between the stratosphere and the troposphere?

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The stratosphere is above the troposphere and contains the ozone layer; the troposphere is where weather occurs.