Exploring the Hydrosphere and Atmosphere

The video explores Earth's four spheres: geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. It delves into the hydrosphere, covering all water on Earth, and the atmosphere, detailing its layers and gases. The video concludes with a practical look at the hydrosphere and atmosphere at the beach, highlighting their interactions.

Which two spheres were discussed in the previous session?

• Hydrosphere and Atmosphere

• Geosphere and Hydrosphere

• Geosphere and Biosphere

• Biosphere and Atmosphere

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What does the term 'hydro' mean?

• Earth

• Water

• Air

• Fire

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Which of the following is NOT part of the hydrosphere?

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Oceans

• Lakes

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What is the Greek word for 'air'?

• Geo

• Bios

• Atmos

• Hydro

Which layer of the atmosphere contains 80% of the air on the planet?

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Thermosphere

Which layer of the atmosphere is the coldest?

• Thermosphere

• Troposphere

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

Where might you encounter satellites in the atmosphere?

• Thermosphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

What is the highest layer of the atmosphere called?

• Exosphere

• Stratosphere

• Thermosphere

• Mesosphere

Which part of the hydrosphere is the largest?

• Rivers

• Glaciers

• Lakes

• Oceans

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What part of the atmosphere is responsible for weather?

• Stratosphere

• Troposphere

• Mesosphere

• Exosphere

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