Effects of the Geosphere
How can humans best interact with the geosphere?
growing plants
What causes tornadoes?
cold dry air meets warm humid air
Why do you need water when camping?
to make sure our campfire doesn't start a forest fire
What is a hot spot?
an area where molten rock from deep within the mantle breaks through to the Earth's crust
What is a blizzard?
when snow or sleet occurs with high winds and cold air temperatures
What causes a beach to become smaller?
wind and water erosion
What is a place where two air masses meet called?
front
What is in the biosphere?
a living things
What is a landslide?
a sudden movement of a large amount of rocks and soil down a slope
What is endangered?
animals in danger of becoming extinct
What makes up the geosphere?
solid rock, molten rock, and dirt
What is the atmosphere?
What are the benefits of recycling?
What are minerals?
solid, nonliving substances found in nature
What is pollution?
the addition of harmful materials to soil, air, or water
What is the mantle made up of?
very hot solid rock made mostly of iron
Where does water go when in evaporates from a puddle on the street?
it rises into the atmosphere
How does the biosphere interact with the atmosphere?
by releasing carbon dioxide and oxygen
What is molten rock?
Very hot melted rock
What is the core of Earth?
the deepest layer of the Earth
What happens to form a canyon?
erosion from flowing water
Which two earth systems interact during a thunderstorm?
hydrosphere and atmosphere
How does the biosphere interact with the hydrosphere?
by contributing to the water cycle
What is a model?
something scientists use to show how systems interact
What is conservation?
preservation or protection of natural resources