Energy & Matter Cycles

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What percentage of the atmosphere is nitrogen gas?

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78%

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Do cycles in nature have a beginning or an end?

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No, cycles do not begin or end.

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What is the consequence of excess phosphorus runoff into freshwater?

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It can lead to algal blooms, which causes eutrophication.

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How do decomposers contribute to the carbon cycle after an organism dies?

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Decomposers break the body down into simpler compounds, returning carbon to the environment.

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Where is the largest reservoir of water found on Earth?

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The ocean.

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What is the process called when nutrients from fertilizers cause excessive growth of algae in water bodies?

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Eutrophication.

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What role do decomposers play in nutrient cycling?

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They break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and atmosphere.

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What is the primary gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What is the significance of the water cycle in the environment?

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It regulates climate, supports plant growth, and maintains ecosystems.

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What are the main components of the carbon cycle?

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Photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and combustion.