Earth's Spheres Flashcard

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the layer of Earth that contains all of Earth's water.

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Which two spheres interact when volcanoes erupt?

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The geosphere and atmosphere interact when volcanoes erupt.

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What does a frog breathing oxygen demonstrate?

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It demonstrates the biosphere interacting with the atmosphere.

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What happens when all individuals of a species die?

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The species is said to be extinct.

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What does the prefix 'atmo' mean?

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The prefix 'atmo' means air.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the layer of Earth that includes all of Earth's land.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the layer of Earth that supports life.

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How do the hydrosphere and biosphere interact?

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They interact through processes like water absorption by plants.

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What is an example of the atmosphere interacting with the hydrosphere?

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Rainfall is an example of the atmosphere interacting with the hydrosphere.