Earth's Spheres: Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere

Which sphere is primarily composed of rocks, soil, and minerals?

To which sphere does all the water on Earth, including oceans, lakes, and rivers, belong?

Which of the following does the biosphere include?

Which location on Earth receives the most direct sunlight?

Why is water essential for most living things on Earth?

Which of the following is NOT a natural resource?

Recycling is important because ___________.

Who helps Parks Canada protect Canada's natural and cultural heritage?

What kind of places does Parks Canada protect?

Which of the following is a natural resource found in Alberta?

Jeremy turns off the lights when he isn't using them, turns off the faucet when brushing his teeth and takes shorter showers instead of baths. What is Jeremy demonstrating?

Long ago, people learned to live kindly with the Earth, only taking what they needed. What was the purpose of doing this?

The lithosphere is the layer of air that surrounds Earth.

The hydrosphere includes the oceans, freshwater lakes and rivers, underground water, and even the water vapor in the atmosphere.

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples believe the Earth’s spheres aren't separate parts, but rather a web of interconnectedness.

Sunlight is more direct at the north and south poles than at the equator.

Taking long showers is an example of a personal action that helps conserve water.

Imagine a local river or lake is being polluted. Explain how this could impact other Earth systems.

Describe three ways you can practice conservation in your daily life.

Choose one of Earth's four spheres. Describe how you can use conservation to protect it and keep it healthy.

What is the purpose of creating National and Provincial parks?

The process where water changes from a liquid to a gas is known as ________.

The sphere of the Earth that encompasses all living organisms is called the ________.

A ________ resource is a naturally occurring substance that is useful to humans, such as water, oil, or minerals.

The practice of reducing waste, reusing materials, and recycling products is called ________.

Protecting water sources involves respecting them as sacred because they sustain all ________ things.

Match each sphere of the Earth with its primary composition:

Match each conservation action with its typical benefit:

Match the following activities to the sphere they directly impact:

Match the natural resource to its common use:

Which of the following statements best describes the First Nations view of water?

First Nations view of water is primarily a commodity for economic use.

What is the best way to conserve water while brushing your teeth?

Protect our water sources to ensure balance to the Earth.

What is one reason that we need to protect water?

Water is not essential for all living things to survive.

Which of these threats to water source may impact the ecosystem?

Cleaning up events near water sources not an efficient way to conserve water.

Give two ways that plants and two ways that animals use water to meet their basic needs.