Water, Silicon, & Phosphorus Cycles

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is located beneath the surface of the ground.

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What is the primary role of silicon in the biological cycle?

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Silicon serves as a structural component in diatoms.

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What role do decomposers play in the phosphorus cycle?

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Decomposers return phosphorus into the soil.

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What causes algal blooms in water bodies?

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Algal blooms occur when nutrients increase in the water.

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What is a reservoir?

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A large artificial lake used as a source of water supply, made by humans.

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Define the water cycle.

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The continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is transpiration?

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The release of water vapor from plants into the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is the role of phosphorus in living organisms?

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Phosphorus is essential for DNA, RNA, and ATP, which are vital for life.