Soil Microbiology and Ecology
Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of soil microbiology and ecology, including the role of microorganisms in nutrient cycling, soil structure, and plant growth. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: soil microbiology ecology nutrient cycling soil structure plant growth |
What is the primary role of microorganisms in soil?
Which of the following is NOT a beneficial effect of microorganisms in soil?
What is the process by which microorganisms break down organic matter in soil?
Which group of microorganisms is primarily responsible for nitrogen fixation in soil?
What is the term for the process by which microorganisms convert organic nitrogen into inorganic forms?
Which soil horizon is typically the most fertile and contains the highest concentration of organic matter?
What is the term for the process by which microorganisms convert nitrate into nitrogen gas?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences microbial activity in soil?
What is the term for the symbiotic relationship between certain fungi and plant roots?
Which group of microorganisms is primarily responsible for the decomposition of cellulose in soil?
What is the term for the process by which microorganisms convert organic phosphorus into inorganic forms?
Which soil horizon is typically the most compacted and contains the highest concentration of clay and minerals?
What is the term for the process by which microorganisms convert organic sulfur into inorganic forms?
Which group of microorganisms is primarily responsible for the decomposition of lignin in soil?
What is the term for the process by which microorganisms convert organic potassium into inorganic forms?