Effects of the Biosphere
How do humans use soil?
To grow crops
The_______ is very hot, solid rock made mostly of iron.
The core
How do changes in the atmosphere affect plant growth?
Changes in the atmosphere can lead to cloud formations that can block the sun preventing plant growth.
What does it mean to conserve natural resources?
To not overuse our resources so that they don't run out
How do the biosphere and atmosphere interact?
Plants using oxygen in the air
What makes up Earth's geosphere?
Mountains, soil, volcanoes
The_______ includes all of the gases around Earth.
Atmosphere
How does recycling help conserve resources?
Turning used materials into other materials or reusing materials.
What is a natural event?
Earthquake, most wildfires, a beaver building a dam
Why would a beach seem to "shrink" over time?
Wind and water eroded the beach
How do clouds form?
Water vapor in the atmosphere condenses around tiny particles of dust.
What are two ways you can conserve water at home?
answers may vary
What are 3 things you would find in Earth's biosphere?
Humans, animals, plants
What happens to the biosphere when a volcano erupts on an island?
The lava will destroy wildlife habitats and plant life.
What is the definition of an air mass?
a large region of air that has similar temperature and humidity.
What is a renewable resource?
Resources that we cant use all of
Why is recycling a good idea?
Prevents trash from being just thrown away because we are reusing it over and over.
What is a contributing cause of a mudslide?
Heavy rain, the pull of gravity, water absorbing in the soil.
What two earth systems interact during a thunderstorm?
Hydrosphere and Atmosphere
What is a non-renewable resource?
resources that we can run out of