Yr 9 Earth Science

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transfers

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The movement of energy, matter, or information from one place to another.

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carbon

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A chemical element that is the primary component of life and is found in all organic compounds.

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nitrogen

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A chemical element that is essential for life, making up a significant portion of the Earth's atmosphere.

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carbon dioxide

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A colorless gas produced by burning carbon and organic compounds and by respiration.

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climate

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The long-term pattern of weather in a particular area.

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geosphere

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The solid part of the Earth, including rocks, minerals, and landforms.

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atmosphere

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The layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for life.

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hydrosphere

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All the waters on the Earth's surface, such as lakes and seas.

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biosphere

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The global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists.

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organism

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An individual living thing, such as a plant, animal, or microbe.