Biosphere

Click the icons below to learn more about Earth system processes related to life. Return to the How the Earth System Works page to explore additional processes that shape our world.

UGC infographic that highlights evolution as an aspect of how the Earth System works. Click to see full infographic.

Evolution

UGC infographic that highlights photosynthesis as an aspect of how the Earth System works. Click to see full infographic.

Photosynthesis

UGC infographic that highlights respiration as an aspect of how the Earth System works. Click to see full infographic.

Respiration

UGC infographic that highlights species interactions as an aspect of how the Earth System works. Click to see full infographic.

Species interactions