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Hydrosphere and atmosphere.

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Hydrosphere Atmosphere
1. Hydrosphere is the total mass of water found on the Earth's surface. Atmosphere is the layer of air that envelopes the Earth.
2. Hydrosphere consists of lakes, oceans, rivers, seas, water vapours, underground water and ice sheets of the mountainous regions. Atmosphere consists of various gases such as nitrogen, oxygen, helium and ozone. Water vapours and dust particles are also a part of this layer.
3. Hydrosphere influences climate through water cycle and precipitation. Atmosphere influences climate by absorption of heat and movement of air.

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