Module 2: Earth's Subsystems Flashcards
1
Q
Greek word that means ground
A
geos
2
Q
It comes from the Greek word geos meaning ground.
A
Geosphere
3
Q
It serves as the Earth’s blanket
A
Atmosphere
4
Q
Greek word that means gas
A
atmos
5
Q
Greek word that means globe or ball
A
shpaira
6
Q
Loose particles of rocks that enveloped the surface of Earth
A
Regolith
6
Q
Greek word that means water
A
hydro
6
Q
It is composed of all the water on Earth in any form
A
Hydrosphere
7
Q
The permanently frozen part of this subsystem is called ____________.
A
cryosphere
8
Q
Greek word that means life
A
bios
9
Q
It is composed of all living things and the areas where they are found.
A
Biosphere