Biogeochemical Cycles

Biogeochemical Cycles

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Biology, Science

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process by which dead matter is broken down into simpler substances by detritivores?

Back

Decomposition

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the most abundant element in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In order to be considered organic, a compound must contain which element?

Back

Carbon

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the chemical formula for nitrate?

Back

NO₃⁻

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the pH of the ocean when the carbon dioxide content increases?

Back

The pH decreases.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are biogeochemical cycles?

Back

Natural processes that recycle nutrients in various chemical forms from the non-living environment to living organisms and back.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Name the four main biogeochemical cycles.

Back

Carbon, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Water cycles.

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