Geochemical Cycles
| Description: This quiz covers various aspects of geochemical cycles, including their importance, components, and processes. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: geochemical cycles biogeochemical cycles carbon cycle nitrogen cycle water cycle |
What is the primary driving force behind the movement of elements and compounds through geochemical cycles?
Which of the following is NOT a major component of the carbon cycle?
In the nitrogen cycle, the process of converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form usable by plants is known as:
The process by which water moves through the Earth's systems, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff, is referred to as:
Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect?
The process by which rocks and minerals break down into smaller particles due to physical and chemical weathering is known as:
Which of the following is NOT a type of sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation and compaction of organic matter?
The process by which dissolved minerals are removed from water and deposited on land is known as:
Which of the following is NOT a major reservoir of carbon in the Earth's system?
The process by which organic matter is broken down by microorganisms, releasing nutrients back into the environment, is known as:
Which of the following is NOT a type of igneous rock formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock?
The process by which water seeps into the ground and becomes stored in aquifers is known as:
Which of the following is NOT a type of metamorphic rock formed from the alteration of existing rocks under high temperature and pressure?
The process by which nutrients are cycled between living organisms and their environment is known as:
Which of the following is NOT a type of sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments?