Compare the nitrogen and phosphorous cycles. How are they similar? How are the different? How does the breakdown of organic matter impact both cycles? How would the recycling of nutrients be different in a cold, dry desert compared to a warm, wet rainforest?

Compare the nitrogen and phosphorous cycles. How are they similar? How are the different? How does the breakdown of organic matter impact both cycles? How would the recycling of nutrients be different in a cold, dry desert compared to a warm, wet rainforest?

Concepts of Biology

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Chapter20: Ecosystems And The Biosphere

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Problem 1ACQ: Figure 20.12 Which of the following statements about the nitrogen cycle is false? a. Ammonification...

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