6th Grade Science Chaptr 1 Vocabulary ( The Earth System) Flashcards
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System
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A group of parts that work together.
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Energy
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The ability to do work or cause change.
3
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Atmosphere
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The relatively thin layer of gases that form Earth’s outermost layer.
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Geosphere
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The densest parts of Earth that include the crust, mantle and core.
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Hydrosphere
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A portion of Earth that consists of water in any of its forms including oceans, glaciers, rivers, lakes, ground water, and water vapor.
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Biosphere
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The parts of Earth that contain living organisms.
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Constructive forces
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Any natural process that builds up earth’s surface.
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Destructive forces
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Any natural process that tears down or wares away Earth’s surface.
