The Cycles of Matter Answers

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Compare the nitrogen, carbon, and oxygen cycles.

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What is the relationship between the oxygen cycle and the carbon cycle?

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Explain the possible consequences if the Earth continues to absorb more energy than it emits.

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The carbon cycle involves an exchange of carbon between _______.

A
the geosphere and atmosphere
B
the atmosphere and hydrosphere
C
the geosphere and hydrosphere
D
the geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere
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How is the phosphorus cycle different from the oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon cycles?

A
It occurs at the fastest rate.
B
It is not essential to life.
C
It does not occur naturally.
D
It does not involve the atmosphere.
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What is the role of the water cycle in sustaining life?

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The process in which nitrogen is converted into a usable form for life is called _______.

A
nitrogen fixation
B
photosynthesis
C
greenhouse effect
D
photolysis
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Explain how the need for energy is the driving force of the oxygen cycle.

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Biogeochemical cycles _______.

A
are not essential for life
B
move through abiotic and biotic regions
C
are the result of natural disasters
D
provide the greatest amount of energy for the Earth
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What is the ultimate source of energy for the Earth?

A
photosynthesis
B
respiration
C
the sun
D
nutrient cycles

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