Biogeochemical Cycle Quiz

Which process removes carbon from the atmosphere?

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Combustion

• Decomposition

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What is the role of plants in the carbon cycle?

• They release carbon dioxide through photosynthesis.

• They absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

• They release oxygen during respiration.

• They absorb oxygen during respiration.

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What is the final step of the nitrogen cycle?

• Nitrogen fixation

• Nitrification

• Denitrification

• Ammonification

What is the process called when organic nitrogen is converted back into ammonia?

• Nitrogen fixation

• Nitrification

• Denitrification

• Ammonification

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What is the role of plants in the nitrogen cycle?

• Convert nitrogen gas into ammonia

• Absorb nitrates from the soil

• Release nitrogen gas into the atmosphere

• Convert ammonia into nitrites

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

• Nitrogen Fixation

• Photosynthesis

• Nitrification

• Denitrification

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Identify the cycle pictured.

• The Water cycle
• The Carbon cycle
• The Nitrogen cycle
• The Phosphorus cycle

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What biogeochemical cycle is occuring?

• Water cycle

• Carbon Cycle

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According to the diagram, deforestation

• Can release carbon dioxide gas back into the atmosphere.

• Directly creates fossil fuels.

• Fixes carbon atoms in the soil,

• Removes dissolved carbon dioxide from lakes and rivers.

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What process does the purple arrow show?

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Combustion

• Decomposition

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