Previously, we had .

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Earth’s
characteristics
to
support life
The

Earth’s
Subsystems
Most Essential Learning Competency
Explain that the Earth
consists of four subsystems,
across whose boundaries
matter and energy flow.
(S11/12ES-Ia-e4)
Learning Objectives:
Identify and explain each of
the subsystems of the earth.

Explain how these systems

interact.
 a complex system a dynamic body
of interacting with separate,
physical, but
chemical interacting
highly
andbiological parts or
processes spheres
Geosphere
the solid
Earth
It includes the
continental crust,
oceanic crust as
well the various
layers of Earth’s
interior.
Geosphere
It is not static
(unchanging), but
its surface (crust)
is in a constant
state of motion.
It is where
minerals are
mined.
 Atmosphere
Argon
Carbon Dioxide All others
blanket of air
Oxygen
21%
consists of a
Nitrogen
mixture of gases
78% • Nitrogen
• Oxygen
• Carbon
Dioxide
Atmosphere
has four unique
layers
• Troposphere
• Stratosphere
• Mesosphere
• Thermospher
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Atmosphere
The troposphere (0-10
km) constitutes the
climate system that
maintains the conditions
suitable for life on the
planet's surface.
Atmosphere
The stratosphere (10 to
50 km), contains ozone
that protects life on the
planet by filtering
harmful ultraviolet
radiation from the Sun.
Hydrosphere
surface water
• ocean
• lakes
• rivers
• stream
s
• creeks
Hydrosphere
groundwater
Hydrosphere
water vapor
Hydrosphere
frozen water
• ice caps
• glaciers
Biosphere
the “life zone”
It includes all living
organisms and all
organic matter that
has not yet
decomposed.
Biosphere
1. Which of the following statements best
describes the hydrosphere?
A. It is the mixture of gases that surround
the earth.
B. It refers to the waters on earth
including subsurface.
C. It only includes the surface water on

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earth.
D. It is the water that exists in the
atmosphere.
2. All living organisms of the earth, including those
on the land, water and air, are considered part of
which subsystem?

A. Biosphere
B. Hydrosphere
C. Atmosphere
D. Geosphere
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3. Which of the Earth’s subsystems contains
mountains, valleys, and other landscapes?

A. Geosphere
B. Biosphere
C. Hydrosphere
D. Atmosphere
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4. Which of the following does NOT belong to the
Earth’s subsystems?

A. Atmosphere
B. Biosphere
C. Geosphere
D.
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5. How important are the relationships and interactions
between the subsystems that make up the Earth?
A. The study of the subsystems show the
effect of pollution in nature.
B. They work together to influence the
climate, trigger geological processes
and affect life all over the Earth.
C. This is important to understand the
different aspects in nature correlate to
each other.
D.All of the above.
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1. Which of the following statements best
describes the hydrosphere?
A. It is the mixture of gases that surround
the earth.
B. It refers to the waters on earth
including subsurface.
C. It only includes the surface water on
earth.
D. It is the water that exists in the
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2. All living organisms of the earth, including those
on the land, water and air, are considered part of
which subsystem?
A. Biosphere
B. Hydrosphere
C. Atmosphere
D. Geosphere
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3. Which of the Earth’s subsystems contains
mountains, valleys, and other landscapes?

A. Geosphere
B. Biosphere
C. Hydrosphere
D. Atmosphere
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4. Which of the following does NOT belong to the
Earth’s subsystems?

A. Atmosphere
B. Biosphere
C. Geosphere
D.
Thermosphere
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5. How important are the relationships and interactions
between the subsystems that make up the Earth?
A. The study of the subsystems show the
effect of pollution in nature.
B. They work together to influence the
climate, trigger geological processes
and affect life all over the Earth.
C. This is important to understand the
different aspects in nature correlate to
each other.
D.All of the above.
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Explain or say something about the 4 subsystems
of the Earth. 2 points each
1-2 = Geosphere
3-4 = Atmosphere
5-6 = Hydrosphere
7-8 = Biosphere
9-10. How are these subsystems connected?