Ecology: Biogeochemical Processes, Biomes and Food Webs

When comparing and contrasting weather and climate, one can say that climate describes __________ term conditions while weather describes _________ term conditions.

• long, short
• short, long
• short, average
• average, long

Which process primarily removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and incorporates it into organic compounds?

• Cellular respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Decomposition
• Combustion

Which process releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere?

• Cellular respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Decomposition
• Transpiration

Which process removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?

• Cellular respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Decomposition
• Transpiration

During which process is glucose broken down to release energy and produce carbon dioxide?

• Cellular respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Fermentation
• Transpiration

What is the primary role of photosynthesis in the carbon cycle?

• To convert carbon dioxide into glucose
• To release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
• To break down glucose and release energy
• To convert glucose into carbon dioxide

Which process is responsible for the production of oxygen in the atmosphere?

• Cellular respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Decomposition
• Transpiration

What is the primary source of carbon for plants?

• Atmospheric carbon dioxide
• Decomposing organic matter
• Carbonated water
• Carbon-rich minerals

What is the primary source of carbon dioxide emissions from human activities?

• Burning fossil fuels
• Deforestation
• Industrial processes
• Agriculture

Which process is responsible for the release of oxygen into the atmosphere?

• Photosynthesis
• Cellular respiration
• Decomposition
• Transpiration