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Lesson 1.1
Matter and Energy in Earth's System
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atmosphere | thin envelope of gases forming Earth's outermost layer |
| geosphere | most of Earth's mass in form of rock and metal; includes solid metal inner core, liquid metal outer core, and the rocky mantle and crust |
| hydrosphere | All of Earth's water including water in the atmosphere that is in the water cycle |
| cryosphere | the frozen part of the hydrosphere |
| biosphere | part of the Earth made from living organisms |
| system | a group of parts that work together as a whole |
| feedback | involves a loop of information which signals or triggers another action |
| energy | ability to do work |