Biogeochemical Cycles Flashcard

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What are the four spheres involved in biogeochemical cycles?

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Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Biosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How is oxygen produced in the biosphere? Options: Through photosynthesis in plants, By the decomposition of organic matter, Through volcanic eruptions, By the respiration of animals

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Through photosynthesis in plants

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Why is dissolved oxygen important in the hydrosphere?

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It is essential for the survival of aquatic organisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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How do human activities affect the oxygen cycle?

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They decrease oxygen levels.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What cycle is demonstrated in the diagram?

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The Carbon cycle

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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How does the burning of fossil fuels affect the cycle shown?

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It releases carbon into the atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What do plants release in the carbon/oxygen cycle?

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Oxygen

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What are all the main reservoirs?

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Atmosphere, Biosphere, and the earth's crust

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What are the main biological processes that cycle carbon dioxide and oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere?

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respiration and photosynthesis

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What do organisms release in the carbon/oxygen cycle?

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carbon dioxide