Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 1 - Section 1.4 - Earth as a System - Concept Checks - Page 19: 2

Answer

$\color{blue}Requires$ : Comparison between height of the atmosphere and thickness of the geosphere.

Work Step by Step

The $\underline{atmosphere}$ is a very thin layer compared to the geosphere. The thickness of the geosphere from the surface to Earth’s core is about $\color{Orange}6400 km (4000 mi)$ whereas the thickness of atmosphere is roughly $\color{orange}160 km (100 mi)$. The $\boxed{Geosphere}$ is the largest of Earth’s four spheres.
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