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An introductory presentation that presents the four spheres of the Earth, as well as the Earth's four zones: lithosphere, asthenosphere, outer core, and inner core. Developed for a high school Earth Science course.
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Here are the answers to your questions:
1. The different spheres of Earth are: Atmosphere, Biosphere, Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Anthrosphere.
2. Atmosphere is the envelope of air surrounding the Earth. It has four main layers - Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere. Troposphere is where we live. Stratosphere contains ozone layer which protects us from UV rays.
3. Biosphere refers to the parts of Earth where life exists, including all living things, their remains, and the area where environmental conditions allow life. It includes all ecosystems and living organisms.
4. Hydrosphere includes all water on Earth like oceans
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The surface of the earth is divided into four inter-connected spheres called "geo-spheres". These are the lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. Geologists, scientists and researchers discovered and classified life and material on or near the surface of the earth in these four spheres. The four spheres derived its names from the Greek words litho for stone, atmo for air, hydro for water and bio for life.
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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, including oxygen, nitrogen, and other gases. The geosphere is the solid layer of Earth, including the continents and ocean floor. The hydrosphere consists of all water on Earth, found as liquid in oceans and ice, and as gas in the atmosphere. The biosphere is made up of all living things on Earth.
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The document discusses the four main spheres that make up the Earth's systems - the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. It aims to define each sphere and explain how they interact with each other. For example, it notes that volcanoes erupt, sending ash and gases into the atmosphere and biosphere. The document also provides definitions for key terms like weather, climate, and the layers of the atmosphere.
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Here are the answers to your questions:
1. The different spheres of Earth are: Atmosphere, Biosphere, Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Anthrosphere.
2. Atmosphere is the envelope of air surrounding the Earth. It has four main layers - Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere. Troposphere is where we live. Stratosphere contains ozone layer which protects us from UV rays.
3. Biosphere refers to the parts of Earth where life exists, including all living things, their remains, and the area where environmental conditions allow life. It includes all ecosystems and living organisms.
4. Hydrosphere includes all water on Earth like oceans
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The surface of the earth is divided into four inter-connected spheres called "geo-spheres". These are the lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. Geologists, scientists and researchers discovered and classified life and material on or near the surface of the earth in these four spheres. The four spheres derived its names from the Greek words litho for stone, atmo for air, hydro for water and bio for life.
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The document discusses the four main spheres that make up the Earth's systems - the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere. It aims to define each sphere and explain how they interact with each other. For example, it notes that volcanoes erupt, sending ash and gases into the atmosphere and biosphere. The document also provides definitions for key terms like weather, climate, and the layers of the atmosphere.
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The document discusses Earth's spheres which include the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, and anthroposphere. It explains that the spheres are closely interconnected, with changes in one sphere often causing chain reactions and changes in other spheres. An example is provided of a forest fire destroying plants, which leads to erosion, increased soil in water, higher turbidity, and impacts on water plants and animals, demonstrating the interactions between spheres.
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3. Geosphere - The solid portion of the Earth consisting of the core, mantle, and crust.
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The document discusses the four major spheres of Earth: the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. It provides details on the composition and key features of each sphere. For example, it notes the atmosphere contains different layers and is mostly nitrogen and oxygen, the biosphere is the zone of life on Earth structured through food chains, and the hydrosphere contains all water on the planet including oceans, lakes, and groundwater. The document also explains how Earth system science studies the interactions between these four spheres, like volcanic eruptions releasing gases into the air and affecting surrounding forests.
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The document discusses the four subsystems of Earth: the atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere. It describes the characteristics of each subsystem and how matter and energy flow between them. The four subsystems are interconnected, as described by the John Muir quote that tugging on one subsystem affects the rest. Matter and energy flow across subsystem boundaries, with the atmosphere providing heat and energy to the geosphere and biosphere, while the biosphere receives gases, heat, sunlight and water from other subsystems.
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earth systems spheres use.ppt
The document discusses the four major spheres of Earth: the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. It provides details on the composition and key features of each sphere. The atmosphere contains different layers and is mostly nitrogen and oxygen. The biosphere is the zone of life on Earth, structured through food chains. The hydrosphere contains all water on the planet, including oceans, lakes, ice, and vapor. The geosphere is the solid part of Earth from the core outward, including rocks and minerals. Earth system science studies how these spheres interact constantly, affecting one another.
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The document discusses the four major spheres of Earth: the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. It provides details on the composition and key features of each sphere. The atmosphere contains different layers and is mostly nitrogen and oxygen. The biosphere is the zone of life on Earth, structured through food chains. The hydrosphere contains all water on the planet, including oceans, lakes, ice, and vapor. The geosphere is the solid part of Earth from the core outward, including rocks and minerals. Earth system science studies how these spheres interact constantly, affecting one another.
earth systems spheres use.ppt
The document discusses the four major spheres of Earth: the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. It provides details on the composition and key features of each sphere. The atmosphere contains different layers and is mostly nitrogen and oxygen. The biosphere is the region that supports life through food chains. The hydrosphere contains all water on Earth, including oceans, lakes, ice, and vapor. The geosphere is the solid part of Earth, including rocks and minerals. Earth system science studies how these spheres interact, such as how volcanoes can impact the atmosphere, biosphere, and surrounding area.
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2) The hydrosphere contains Earth's water in all its forms.
3) The atmosphere surrounds the planet and is composed of gases like nitrogen and oxygen.
4) The biosphere encompasses all life on Earth within the other spheres.
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- 1. A View of Earth Section 1.2
- 2. The Four Spheres of the Earth Earth is traditionally categorized into four major spheres.
- 3. The Four Spheres of the Earth Earth is traditionally categorized into four major spheres. SPHERE does not refer to the geometric solid.
- 4. The Four Spheres of the Earth Earth is traditionally categorized into four major spheres. SPHERE does not refer to the geometric solid. Hydrosphere - The water portion of the planet.
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