Earth's 4 Spheres
Which Earth sphere includes oceans, rivers, lakes, and ice?
Hydrosphere
Weather is best described as________
Day-to-day/ minute -by minute changes in the atmosphere
What is conduction?
Heat transfer by direct contact between objects
What are the 4 main steps of the water cycle?
Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, Collection
Plants, animals, and people are part of which Earth system?
Biosphere
Which example shows CLIMATE, not weather?
A. It is raining today
B. A thunderstorm this afternoon
C. Florida is usually warm and humid
D. Strong winds this morning
C. Florida is usually warm and humid
Which example shows conduction?
A. Warm air rising in a room
B. Wind forming from moving air
C. Touching a hot pan and feeling heat move to your hand
D. Cold air sinking outside
C.Touching a hot pan and feeling heat move to your hand
Where is most of Earth’s freshwater found?
Glaciers and ice caps
Rain falls from the sky, soaks into the soil, and helps plants grow. Which answer shows ALL the spheres involved?
Atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere
Which tool measures wind speed?
A. Thermometer
B. Weather vane
C. Anemometer
D. Rain gauge
C. Anemometer
What happens during convection in the atmosphere?
A. Cold air rises and warm air sinks
B. Heat moves through solid objects
C. Warm air rises and cool air sinks
D. Rain forms in clouds
C. Warm air rises and cool air sinks
About how much of Earth’s water is saltwater?
97%