Question

2 the earths systems
hydrosphere: all water.
atmosphere: all the gases (air).
geosphere: the earth itself.
biosphere: all living things.
engage: the earth is made up of spheres
the model above shows the earths four spheres. these interact as a complex system that maintains life on earth. the anthrosphere is part of the biosphere but is sometimes classified as a fifth sphere because of the impact that humans have on all other systems.

1. observe the environment around you and identify elements of each of the five spheres:

(a) biosphere:
(b) anthrosphere:
(c) hydrosphere:
(d) geosphere:
(e) atmosphere:

Explanation:

(a) The biosphere includes plants, animals, and microorganisms. For example, trees in a park, birds flying, and bacteria in soil.
(b) The anthrosphere consists of human - made structures and human activities. Buildings, roads, and people working or playing are part of it.
(c) The hydrosphere encompasses all water forms like lakes, rivers, oceans, and even water vapor in the air.
(d) The geosphere is the Earth itself, including rocks, soil, and mountains.
(e) The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, including oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon - dioxide.

Answer:

(a) Trees, birds, bacteria
(b) Buildings, roads, people
(c) Lakes, rivers, water vapor
(d) Rocks, soil, mountains
(e) Oxygen, nitrogen, carbon - dioxide