Earth's Spheres

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Hydrosphere

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

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Atmosphere

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

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Biosphere

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, encompassing all living organisms on Earth.

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Geosphere

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The geosphere includes the solid parts of Earth, such as rocks, soil, and landforms.

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Nitrogen

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Nitrogen is a gas that makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere.

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Carbon Dioxide

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Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that is absorbed by oceans and used by plants for photosynthesis.

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Water Cycle

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The water cycle describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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Ecosystem

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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Climate

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Climate refers to the long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation in a particular area.

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Weather

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Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place.