What is nitrogen fixation?
Biogeochemical Cycles

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The process by which certain bacteria convert atmospheric nitrogen (N2) into ammonia (NH3), making it available for plants.
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What is the most abundant gas in the atmosphere?
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Nitrogen, which makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere.
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What process do plants use to convert carbon dioxide into glucose?
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Photosynthesis.
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What is combustion?
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The process of burning fossil fuels, which releases carbon dioxide (CO2) back into the atmosphere.
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What role do decomposers play in biogeochemical cycles?
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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and making them available for plants.
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What is the phosphorus cycle?
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The biogeochemical cycle that describes the movement of phosphorus through the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.
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How do humans impact the carbon cycle?
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By burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial activities, humans increase the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
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