Interaction of Earth's Spheres

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What are the four spheres of Earth?

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The four spheres of Earth are the geosphere (land), hydrosphere (water), atmosphere (air), and biosphere (living things).

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What is the geosphere?

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

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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 atmosphere?

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

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where living organisms exist, including land, water, and air.

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How do volcanoes affect the atmosphere?

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Volcanoes release ash and gases into the atmosphere, which can block sunlight and affect climate.

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What happens to the hydrosphere when glaciers melt?

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When glaciers melt, the hydrosphere increases as more water enters oceans and lakes.

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How do plants interact with the geosphere?

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Plants draw nutrients from the soil, which is part of the geosphere.

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What is an example of interaction between the biosphere and atmosphere?

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Plants release oxygen into the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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How does carbon dioxide in the atmosphere affect the geosphere?

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Increased carbon dioxide can lead to climate change, affecting landforms and ecosystems.