ENVIRO - Biosphere 2.1

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main spheres of the Earth?

• Lithosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Stratosphere

• Biosphere

What does the hydrosphere primarily consist of?

• Air

• Water

• Stone

• Life

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The cryosphere is best described as:

• The part of the atmosphere with the most oxygen

• The frozen part of the hydrosphere

• The region where most plants grow

• The layer of the earth made of stone

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Which sphere of the Earth is associated with life?

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

• Hydrosphere

The names of the Earth's spheres are based on:

• Latin roots describing their color

• Greek roots describing what they are made of

• English words for weather

• Roman gods

Which sphere would be most directly observed when looking at the clouds and air surrounding the Earth in this image?

• Lithosphere

• Atmosphere

• Biosphere

• Hydrosphere

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What is the geosphere primarily made of?

• Water, air, and plants

• Rocks, minerals, and soil

• Gases, clouds, and rain

• Animals, plants, and bacteria

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Which layers of the Earth are included in the geosphere?

• Only the crust

• Only the atmosphere and hydrosphere

• All layers of the Earth's interior, including the mantle and core

• Only the biosphere

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Why is the geosphere important for understanding Earth's structure?

• It explains weather patterns

• It includes all the living organisms

• It consists of the solid parts of Earth, helping us understand the planet's structure and composition

• It describes the movement of water

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Which part of the diagram represents the geosphere?

• The area labeled "Hydrosphere"

• The area labeled "Atmosphere"

• The area labeled "Lithosphere" and the layers beneath it (crust, mantle)

• The area with clouds

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