Earth Systems Unit Review

Which of the following best describes the lithosphere?

• The layer of gases surrounding Earth

• The solid outer layer of Earth, including rocks and soil

• All the water on Earth's surface

• The living organisms on Earth

The biosphere includes:

• Only animals

• Only plants

• All living organisms

• Rocks and minerals

Which system is primarily responsible for weather patterns?

• Lithosphere

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Hydrosphere

The hydrosphere includes:

• Only oceans

• All water on Earth, including lakes, rivers, and glaciers

• Only freshwater sources

• Water vapor in the atmosphere only

Which of the following is an example of interaction between the biosphere and hydrosphere?

• A) A volcanic eruption

• B) Rain eroding rocks

• C) Fish swimming in a lake

• D) Wind shaping sand dunes

Which system includes Earth's crust and upper mantle?

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

Cloud formation primarily involves which two systems?

• Lithosphere and biosphere

• Atmosphere and hydrosphere

• Biosphere and lithosphere

• Hydrosphere and lithosphere

An earthquake is a sudden movement in which of Earth's systems?

• Atmosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

• Biosphere

Which of the following best illustrates the interconnectedness of Earth's systems?

• A) A rock sitting on the ground

• B) A bird flying in the sky

• C) A tree absorbing sunlight and water to grow

• D) A mountain standing still over time

Deforestation primarily affects which Earth system?

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere