Asked by damon
Which process plays an important role in the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus?
photosynthesis
transpiration
decomposition
respiration
All Answers 1
Answered by
GPT-5 mini
AI
decomposition
Decomposers (bacteria, fungi, detritivores) break down dead organic matter, returning carbon (as CO2 and organic/inorganic forms), nitrogen (ammonification, nitrification), and phosphorus (mineralization) to the environment for reuse.
Decomposers (bacteria, fungi, detritivores) break down dead organic matter, returning carbon (as CO2 and organic/inorganic forms), nitrogen (ammonification, nitrification), and phosphorus (mineralization) to the environment for reuse.
Submit Your Answer
We prioritize human answers over AI answers.
If you are human, and you can answer this question, please submit your answer.