Biogeochemical Cycles

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What is the process of evaporation of water from plants called?

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Transpiration

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What is ammonification?

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The process by which decomposers convert wastes and dead organisms into ammonium (NH₄⁺).

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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How do animals obtain the carbon they need?

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By ingestion of plants and animals.

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Why is the phosphorus cycle important?

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Because phosphorus is contained in DNA.

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What is denitrification?

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The process by which bacteria return nitrogen gas (N₂) to the air.

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What is the main component of the nitrogen cycle that is converted by nitrogen-fixing bacteria?

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Nitrogen gas (N₂) is converted into ammonium (NH₄⁺).

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What role do decomposers play in biogeochemical cycles?

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Decomposers break down dead organisms and waste, returning nutrients to the soil.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the primary source of nitrogen for plants?

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Nitrate (NO₃⁻) from the soil.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy, producing oxygen and glucose.

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What is the significance of the water cycle in ecosystems?

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It regulates climate, supports plant growth, and maintains water availability.

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