Can You Spot the Differences?

Earth’s major systems are the geosphere (solid and molten rock, soil, and sediments), the hydrosphere (water and ice), the atmosphere (air), and the biosphere (living things, including humans). These systems interact in multiple ways to affect Earth’s surface materials and processes. All of Earth's systems are connected to one another in various ways. Winds and clouds in the atmosphere interact with the landforms to determine patterns of weather. Use this handout to help determine the differences on a single mountain.