Cycles of Matter

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What does the 'P' in CHNOPS stand for?

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Phosphorus

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What is a key property of energy in living systems?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed.

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How do energy and nutrients move through living systems?

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Energy flows in one direction, and nutrients recycle.

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How does carbon dioxide leave the atmosphere?

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Through photosynthesis.

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What does the 'H' in CHNOPS stand for?

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Hydrogen

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What are the main elements in CHNOPS?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the role of decomposers in the nutrient cycle?

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

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What is the difference between energy flow and nutrient cycling?

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Energy flows in one direction, while nutrients are recycled.