Earth can be divided into the four spheres described below.

Question

Atmosphere the layers of air that surround Earth
Hydrosphere rivers, lakes, and other water on Earth
Geosphere the layers of soil and rock on and inside Earth
Biosphere plants, animals, and all living things on Earth

The water cycle moves water through many steps. Which statement is true about the water cycle and Earth's spheres?
A.
When water evaporates from the ocean, water is moving from the atmosphere to the hydrosphere.
B.
The water cycle moves water through all spheres.
C.
The water cycle only moves water through the hydrosphere.
D.
When rain is taken up by trees, water is moving from the biosphere to the geosphere.

Answer 1

The correct statement about the water cycle and Earth's spheres is:

B. The water cycle moves water through all spheres.

The water cycle involves the continuous movement of water in various forms (liquid, vapor) through the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere, demonstrating the interconnectedness of these spheres.