Which of the following best explains why the biosphere is a key component of the Earth’s systems?
a.
The biosphere is a key component of the Earth’s systems because it is a common concept to many disciplines in science.
b.
The biosphere is a key component of the Earth’s systems because the seasonal cycles directly affect primary productivity.
c.
The biosphere is a key component of the Earth’s systems because it helps drive the other systems by interacting with and exchanging matter and energy with the other spheres.
d.
The biosphere is a key component of the Earth’s systems because it has evolved to create the chemical composition of the planet we know today.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided
A
B
C
D