16. How does carbon primarily enter the geosphere?(1 point)
Responses
Through fossil fuel combustion
Through plant uptake
Through ocean absorption
Through volcanic eruptions
5 answers
Through volcanic eruptions
17. Match the following components of the carbon cycle to their respective Earth systems
Weathering-
Ocean Water-
Decomposition-
Photosynthesis-
biosphere
atmosphere
geosphere
hydrosphere
Weathering-
Ocean Water-
Decomposition-
Photosynthesis-
biosphere
atmosphere
geosphere
hydrosphere
Weathering- geosphere
Ocean Water- hydrosphere
Decomposition- biosphere
Photosynthesis- biosphere
Ocean Water- hydrosphere
Decomposition- biosphere
Photosynthesis- biosphere
18. Which of the following best shows how changes in Earth's climate can influence life on Earth over time?(1 point)
Responses
Volcanic eruptions release gasses into the atmosphere, triggering global cooling.
Melting polar ice caps may lead to the extinction of polar bears.
Plate tectonics cause the formation of mountain ranges, creating new habitats for species.
Weathering processes erode sedimentary rocks, releasing nutrients essential for plant growth.
Responses
Volcanic eruptions release gasses into the atmosphere, triggering global cooling.
Melting polar ice caps may lead to the extinction of polar bears.
Plate tectonics cause the formation of mountain ranges, creating new habitats for species.
Weathering processes erode sedimentary rocks, releasing nutrients essential for plant growth.
Melting polar ice caps may lead to the extinction of polar bears.