Elevate Science Topic 3 5th Grade Earth Systems

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What is Acid Rain?

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Acid rain is polluted rainfall when the pollutants in the rain are very high.

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How does the atmosphere affect weather patterns on Earth?

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The atmosphere affects weather patterns on Earth by trapping heat from the sun and creating temperature variations.

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What does it mean to distinguish one thing from another?

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To distinguish one thing from another means to find a clear difference between them.

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Which of the following is part of the hydrosphere?

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Glaciers and lakes are part of the hydrosphere.

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What are the four main components of Earth's systems?

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The four main components of Earth's systems are atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for weather and climate.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and glaciers.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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What role do clouds play in the atmosphere?

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Clouds help regulate temperature and are involved in the water cycle.