BIO.5.2 Cycles of Matter Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a part of the water cycle?

• Photosynthesis

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Runoff

Multiple Choice

What is the process by which water returns to the atmosphere from the leaves of plants?

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Runoff

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a part of the water cycle?

• Photosynthesis

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Runoff

Multiple Choice

What is the process by which bacteria convert nitrates back into nitrogen gas?

• Denitrification

• Transpiration

• Photosynthesis

• Nitrogen Fixation

Multiple Choice

What is the process by which nitrogen gas is converted into ammonia by bacteria?

• Nitrogen Fixation

• Denitrification

• Photosynthesis

• Transpiration

Multiple Choice

Which nutrient cycle is primarily responsible for the growth of algae and aquatic plants?

• Phosphorus Cycle

• Water Cycle

• Carbon Cycle

• Nitrogen Cycle

Multiple Choice

What is the process by which phosphorus is released from rocks and becomes available for plants?

• Nitrogen Fixation

• Denitrification

• Photosynthesis

• Weathering

Multiple Choice

What is the term for the concept that the nutrient in the least supply is the one that limits growth?

• Deforestation

• Eutrophication

• Global Warming

• Nutrient Limitation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a part of the carbon cycle?

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Weathering

• Decomposition