Spheres of Earth (Redo)

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What is the geosphere?

Back

The non-living soil, rocks, and minerals of the Earth.

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What does the prefix 'geo-' mean?

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It comes from the Greek word for 'ground.'

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Which two spheres are represented by a bird in the sky?

Back

Biosphere and atmosphere.

Front

When an animal or human breathes air, which two spheres interact?

Back

Atmosphere and biosphere.

Front

What is the biosphere?

Back

Made up of living things.

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

All the air and gases surrounding the Earth.

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

All the water on Earth, including rivers, lakes, and oceans.

Front

What is the cryosphere?

Back

The frozen water part of the Earth, including ice caps and glaciers.

Front

How do the geosphere and biosphere interact?

Back

Plants grow in the soil (geosphere) and provide oxygen (biosphere).

Front

What is an example of the interaction between the hydrosphere and atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation of water from oceans into the air.