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Which of the following about the biosphere is true?

A
It only interacts with the atmosphere.
B
It includes oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater
C
It can be considered a global ecosystem.
D
It includes the core, mantle, and crust.
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What system includes oxygen, nitrogen, and ozone?

A
geosphere
B
hydrosphere
C
atmosphere
D
biosphere
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Which of the following does not have an impact on Earth’s climate?

A
the movement of the ocean
B
greenhouse gases
C
burning fossil fuels
D
none of the above
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Explain how the carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen cycles are similar.

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Explain how the biosphere interacts with the atmosphere.

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Explain why a variety of instruments are needed to measure change in the climate system.

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What is the purpose of a rain gauge?

A
to measure the amount of rainfall
B
to predict how much rain is going to fall
C
to predict whether or not it is going to rain
D
to measure the temperature of the rain
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What are some advantages of tracking changes in the climate system?

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Landfills produce methane, which is a greenhouse gas and contributes to global warming.

A
T
B
F
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Compare the use of coal to the use of petroleum from 1800 to 2004.

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