Earth's Major Systems

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What does Hydro stand for?

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Water

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The ____________ is a layer of gases including oxygen and nitrogen that surrounds the Earth.

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atmosphere

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True or False: Rainfall helps plants grow, showing how the hydrosphere impacts the biosphere.

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True

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What is the main sphere represented in this picture? (If the picture shows land)

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Geosphere

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What is an example of geosphere?

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Sand

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where living things exist, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What does the term 'geosphere' refer to?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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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 atmosphere made of?

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The atmosphere is made of gases, primarily nitrogen and oxygen.

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How do the geosphere and hydrosphere interact?

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The geosphere can affect the hydrosphere by influencing water flow and quality through soil and rock.