What, in terms of Earth systems, forms an essential interface between the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere?
A) chert
B) quartz
C) soil
D) oxides of iron and aluminum
E) ferromagnesian minerals

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Soil is the layer that forms an essential interface between the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. It contains minerals and organic matter from the geosphere, supports plant life in the biosphere, contains moisture from the hydrosphere, and influences the composition of gases in the atmosphere.

What, in Terms of Earth Systems, Forms an Essential Interface