cycles reveiw Flashcards
1
Q
During photosynthesis, plants take in ______ _______ as food
A
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
2
Q
What is Respiration?
A
Respiration is when living organisms gain energy by taking in oxygen and releasing Carbon DIoxide
3
Q
What is Nitrogen Fixation?
A
Nitrogen Fixation is when nitrogen its molecular form (N2) is taken by bacteria that converts it so that it is able to be obtained by living organisms
4
Q
What is Ammonification?
A
Ammonification occurs during the decomposition process when bacteria or fungi break down dead organisms waste and turns it into ammonium