Geosphere Atmosphere
Major Themes
Scale
Energy
The Earth system is powered by one external
source: the Sun
- radioactive decay
- gravitational energy (heat still being lost from
planetary formation).
Major Themes
Cycles
Dynamic mass of
water that is
continuously on the
move
1. About 70% of the Earth is covered with liquid
water (hydrosphere) and much of it is in the
form of ocean water.
2. Only 3% of Earth's water is fresh: two-thirds
are in the form of ice, and the remaining
one-third is present in streams, lakes, and
groundwater.
Hydrosphere Biosphere
Atmosphere
LITHOSPHERE
The lithosphere
includes the crust and
the upper part of the
mantle.
Layers of the Earth
- Denser layer
- the Earth’s magnetic field
- strengthens the idea that the
Earth’s outer core is molten/liquid.
Historical Development of
the concept of EARTH SYSTEM
Sources:
1. Ms. Laguda ppt. (Regional SHS
Mass Training of Grade 11
Teachers)
2.TG Earth & Life Science