What is the atmosphere?
Interactions of Earth's Spheres

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8th Grade
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SHEMAIAH THAMES
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The atmosphere is a layer of gases surrounding Earth, providing insulation and protecting life by blocking harmful solar radiation.
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What is the cryosphere?
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The cryosphere includes all the frozen water on Earth, such as glaciers, ice caps, and sea ice.
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What is the hydrosphere?
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The hydrosphere encompasses all the water on Earth, including oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater.
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What is 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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How does the atmosphere affect the cryosphere?
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An increase in the insulating effect of the atmosphere can lead to more melting of ice in the cryosphere, causing it to enter the hydrosphere.
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What is the water cycle?
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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water within the hydrosphere and atmosphere, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
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What role does the stratosphere play in protecting life on Earth?
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The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
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