Ch. 2 Holt Earth Science: Earth as a System

The earth is divided into three _ zones: core, crust and mantle

Evaporation, sublimation, and transpiration are part of the _ cycle.

This says energy is transferred between systems, but it can't be created or destroyed 

The force of attraction that exists among all matter in the universe

The portion of Earth that is water

The solid, outer layer of Earth, made of the crust and the upper part of the mantle

Anything that has mass and takes up space is known as _.

The layer of rock between Earth’s crust and core; denser than the crust

Approximately 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by this

Which of the following is not an important energy source for earth systems?

The strong, lower part of the mantle between the asthenosphere and the outer core

All of these are processes through which Earth’s energy and matter passes EXCEPT the _ 

The ultimate source of energy for every ecosystem 

A closed system is a system in which the only thing exchanged with the surroundings is _

The thin and solid outermost layer of the Earth above the mantle

Which is true about the carbon cycle?

A set of interacting components considered to be a distinct physical entity 

Earth’s shape

A system in which both energy and matter are exchanged with the surroundings 

The possible source of Earth’s magnetic core

Carbon is stored as a type of rock called carbonate in the _.

The part of Earth where life exists; includes all of the living organisms on Earth

The mostly solid, rocky part of Earth; from the center of the core to the surface of the crust

How does carbon get into the atmosphere?

Which of the following elements is not involved in the cycling of energy and matter on earth?

A mixture of gases that surrounds a planet or moon

The force of attraction between two objects depends on the masses of the objects and the _.

A place where matter or energy is stored

Evaporation,condensation, and precipitation are part of _. 

The central part of the Earth below the mantle

Which of the following processes is not involved in the water cycle?

The part of the mantle beneath the lithosphere; made of rock that flows very slowly