Introducing Earth Vocabulary 1

Front

A group of parts that work together as a whole.

Back

System

Front

The ability to do work or cause change.

Back

Energy

Front

The relatively thin layer of gases that form Earth’s outermost layer.

Back

Atmosphere

Front

The densest part of Earth that includes the crust, mantle, and core.

Back

Geosphere

Front

The sphere of the Earth system that contains all of Earth’s water.

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

The parts of Earth that contain living organisms.

Back

Biosphere

Front

The parts of Earth that contain frozen water.

Back

Cryosphere

Front

Any natural process that builds up Earth’s surface.

Back

Constructive Force

Front

Any natural process that tears down or wears away Earth’s surface.

Back

Deconstructive Force