Water Cycle introduction - 4 Major sub systems Flashcards
1
Q
List me 4 sub systems of our closed hydrological system.
A
Hydrosphere, lithosphere, cryosphere and atmosphere
2
Q
What is hydrosphere?
A
Water on or close to the earth surface
3
Q
What is lithosphere?
A
Underground water
4
Q
What is cryosphere?
A
Portion of earth surface, where water is in solid form.
5
Q
What is atmosphere?
A
Gas that covers the earth surface
6
Q
List me stores in the hydrosphere?
A
Ocean/ Surface fresh water.
7
Q
List me stores in the lithosphere?
A
groundwater and soil water
8
Q
List me stores in the cryosphere?
A
Sea ice and glaciers
9
Q
List me stores in the atmosphere?
A
Air
