The Cycles of Matter Answers

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Which are limiting nutrients for plant growth?

A
water and nitrogen
B
nitrogen and carbon
C
carbon and phosphorus
D
phosphorus and nitrogen
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Which statement best describes a human influence on the biogeochemical cycles?

A
increased eutrophication caused by high levels of nitrogen and phosphorous
B
increased nitrates available due to inaccurate methods of denitrification
C
increased global warming due to alternative energy sources
D
increased amount of water that is available to freshwater ecosystems
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Which of these nutrients can be found in all organic compounds?

A
nitrogen
B
calcium
C
carbon
D
phosphorous
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The ocean and the atmosphere serve as long-term storage areas for carbon and other nutrients. What are these storage areas called?

A
reservoirs
B
fossil fuels
C
biostorages
D
compounds
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Which of the following would be a result of eutrophication of a lake?

A
undergrowth of water plants
B
hypoxia, or low levels of oxygen
C
decreased decomposition
D
inactivity of fertilizers
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Actinobacteria sp. are fermenting organisms, which do not require oxygen to survive. These organisms break down organic material and convert it to inorganic material. Which part of the carbon cycle does this describe?

A
photosynthesis
B
respiration
C
decomposition
D
assimilation
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Which process plays an important role in the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus?

A
photosynthesis
B
transpiration
C
decomposition
D
respiration
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What process adds carbon dioxide to the air?

A
nitrogen cycle
B
water cycle
C
respiration
D
photosynthesis
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Which best describes a possible negative impact of irrigation of farmland?

A
Food can be produced in dry areas.
B
Increased runoff can pollute bodies of water.
C
Food can be produced through drought years.
D
Water can improve the livelihood of farmers.
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Which process allows water to enter the atmosphere?

A
evaporation
B
condensation
C
precipitation
D
freezing

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