Earth's Spheres

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What is the Geosphere?

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The Geosphere includes the continents, the ocean floor, all the rocks on the surface, and all of the sand in the deserts.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is composed of all the living things on Earth.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The Atmosphere is the layer of air surrounding the Earth.

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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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How do the spheres interact?

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An example of interaction is when rain falls and waters plants, helping them to grow.

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What is an example of an interaction between the Hydrosphere and the Atmosphere?

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The oceans release heat energy that makes climate milder.

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What role does the Geosphere play in Earth's systems?

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The Geosphere provides the solid surface for ecosystems and influences weathering and erosion.

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What is the significance of the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere supports life and includes all ecosystems on Earth.

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How does the Atmosphere affect the Hydrosphere?

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The Atmosphere influences weather patterns, which affect precipitation and water availability in the Hydrosphere.

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What is an example of the Atmosphere interacting with the Geosphere?

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Wind erosion shapes landforms in the Geosphere.