Earth’s Biosphere & Climate Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Biosphere
A
All living things on Earth, and the
environment that supports it.
2
Q
What are the three intereacting componets?
A
hydrosphere,
lithosphere, and atmosphere.
3
Q
Why are biomes considered open systems?
A
because
both energy (heat) and matter (plants &
animals) can move in and out.
4
Q
How many biomes does earth have?
A
6
5
Q
Name all of earth’s biomes
A
Tundra, Taiga, Deciduous Forest, Grassland, Rain
Forest, Desert
6
Q
What is earth’s Temperature
A
earth’s temperature is constant.
7
Q
What does NRB stand for?
A
Net Radiation Budget
8
Q
What does mean earth is in deficit?
A
when earth get colder
9
Q
What does mean earth is in surplus?
A
gets warmer
