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Earth’s Spheres Atmosphere Biosphere Cryosphere Geosphere Hydrosphere
Atmosphere Atmo – means ‘air’ Blanket of gases that surrounds Earth Protects us from harmful UV rays
Biosphere Bio – means “living” includes all living organisms (including humans), and all organic matter that has not yet decomposed.
Cryosphere Cryo – means frozen Includes all the frozen water on Earth Snow, ice, sea ice, glaciers, iceberg, and frozen
Geosphere Geo – means Earth Mostly solid Earth that includes the mostly solid, rocky part of Earth. Extends to the center of the Earth
Hydrosphere Hydro – means water Contains all the liquid water found on our planet Oceans, lakes, rivers, marshes, and groundwater
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Weather vs Climate Weather Climate Both
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