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Standards covered
Use a model to represent how any two of Earth's systems (atmosphere, biosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere) interact and support life.
Key terms (student-friendly)
Atmosphere: The layer of gases around Earth (air, weather).
Hydrosphere: All Earth’s water — oceans, rivers, lakes, groundwater, ice.
Geosphere: Solid Earth — rocks, soil, mountains, landforms.
Biosphere: All living things — plants, animals, microbes.
Erosion: Wearing away
This resource explores Earth's four major interconnected systems: the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. Each system is essential for maintaining life on the planet, with the atmosphere comprising the layer of gases we breathe, the hydrosphere containing all water sources, the geosphere representing the solid earth, and the biosphere encompassing all living organisms. The document includes activities for matching systems with their components, describing interactions between systems, and explaining their importance to life's continuance on Earth. It also delves into various processes such as the water cycle, erosion, and the vital roles ecosystems like mangrove forests play in connecting these systems.