Earth's Spheres

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What are the four main spheres of Earth?

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The four main spheres of Earth are the Atmosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere, and Hydrosphere.

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Define the Atmosphere.

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The Atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for weather, climate, and supporting life.

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What is the Geosphere?

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

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Explain the Biosphere.

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The Biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What does the Hydrosphere encompass?

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

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How do Earth's spheres interact?

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Earth's spheres interact through processes like the water cycle, carbon cycle, and energy transfer, affecting climate and ecosystems.

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What is the Ecosphere?

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The Ecosphere is the global ecosystem, where all living organisms interact with each other and their physical environment.

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What does the prefix 'Atmo-' mean?

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The prefix 'Atmo-' means 'air'.

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True or False: Energy is transferred between Earth's spheres.

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True.

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What is an example of interaction between the Hydrosphere and the Atmosphere?

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An example is evaporation, where water from oceans and lakes turns into vapor and enters the atmosphere.

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