Hydrosphere | Atmosphere |
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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. |