Domains of the Earth and Geography Practice

Vocabulary flashcards covering the domains of the Earth, continents, oceans, layers of the crust, and atmospheric features based on the study unit.

Lithosphere

The domain of the earth consisting of land.

Hydrosphere

The watery part of the earth, consisting of water.

Atmosphere

The envelope of gases that surrounds the earth, divided into concentric layers.

Biosphere

The realm consisting of all life where land, water, and air interact to support all life forms.

Seven Continents of the World

Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America, Australia, and Antarctica.

Major Water Bodies of the Earth

The Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern oceans.

Nitrogen

The gas which has the largest quantity in the atmosphere.

Asia

The largest continent in the world.

Mt. Aconcagua

The highest peak located in the Andes.

Sahara

The largest desert in the world, located in Africa.

Bering Strait

The strait that separates Asia from North America.

Sima

The lower layer of the earth's crust.

Sial

The upper layer of the earth's crust.

Ozone Layer

The layer that protects us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.