Energy in Ecosystems Flashcard

Front

What is the continuous movement of water between Earth's surface and the air, changing from a liquid into a gas and back into liquid?

Back

Water cycle

Front

What term describes all of Earth's water, whether found on land or in oceans, including fresh water found underground and in glaciers, lakes, and rivers?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What is the part of Earth in which living things exist and interact?

Back

Biosphere

Front

What is the process through which gas changes to a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the continuous circulation of nitrogen from air to soil to organisms and back to air or soil?

Back

Nitrogen cycle

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the surface of the Earth to the atmosphere and back?

Back

Water cycle

Front

What is the term for the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem?

Back

Biodiversity