Amplify Science The Earth System Chapter 1

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What is the Earth System?

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The Earth System is made up of all the living and non-living things on Earth, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and geosphere, and how they interact.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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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 is the geosphere?

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

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, which is essential for life.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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What is overpopulation?

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Overpopulation occurs when a region has more people than its resources can support.

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What is rainfall?

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Rainfall is the amount of rain that falls in a specific area over a certain period.

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What is an engineer?

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An engineer is a person who uses scientific knowledge to design solutions to problems.

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What is a water reservoir?

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A water reservoir is a natural or artificial lake used to store water for various purposes.

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