Earth's Spheres: Interconnected Systems Shaping Our Planet

The video explores Earth's interconnected systems, known as spheres: atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. Each sphere plays a crucial role in maintaining Earth's balance and supports life. The atmosphere contains gases essential for life and weather patterns. The hydrosphere includes all water bodies, influencing climate and supporting life. The geosphere consists of Earth's solid structures, constantly changing through natural processes. The biosphere encompasses all living organisms, interacting with other spheres. The lesson emphasizes the interconnectedness of these systems and their collective impact on Earth.

What happens if one component of a beach ecosystem is altered?

• Nothing changes

• Only the weather changes

• Only the ocean changes

• It affects the entire system

What are the four spheres that make up the Earth system?

• Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere

• Atmosphere, Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Cryosphere

• Cryosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere, Geosphere

• Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere

What is the Earth system a collection of?

• Chemical processes

• Technological processes

• Natural processes

• Artificial processes

Which sphere contains all of Earth's air?

• Atmosphere

• Geosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Biosphere

What does the hydrosphere include?

• All water on Earth

• Only glaciers

• Only oceans

• Only rivers and lakes

What is the geosphere primarily composed of?

• Air and gases

• Living organisms

• Water and ice

• Rocks and minerals

How do processes in the atmosphere affect the geosphere?

• They have no effect

• They cause rocks to melt

• They wear down mountains

• They create new minerals

Which sphere includes all living organisms?

• Biosphere

• Geosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Atmosphere

How do trees in a forest interact with the geosphere?

• They consume it

• They have no interaction

• They float above it

• They bury their roots in it

What do all living things in the biosphere need from the atmosphere?

• Sunlight

• Air

• Rocks

• Water