Spheres of the Earth Flashcards
1
Q
How many spheres are there of the Earth
A
4
2
Q
Name the Spheres
A
Atmosphere
Lithosphere
Hydrosphere
Biosphere
3
Q
What is the Atmosphere?
A
The layer of gases around Earth.
4
Q
What is the Lithosphere?
A
The layer consisting of solid rock and soil.
5
Q
What is the Hydrosphere?
A
The layer consisting of all forms of water.
6
Q
What is the Biosphere?
A
The layer consisting of all living things and their interactions with rocks, soil, air and water.