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Pretest: The Interdependence of Ecosystems

Question:

An area recently became prone to deforestation. Now there are few trees left in the vicinity. How would this change affect the cycles of Earth?

A. More carbon dioxide would be used by the plants.
B. More carbon would be available to animals for consumption.
C. Less transpiration would take place.
D. Less nitrogen would be needed by animals.

Select the correct answer.



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Final answer:

The loss of fungi in a forest can disrupt biogeochemical cycles by affecting nitrogen fixation, releasing phosphorus stores, ceasing sulfur release, and leading to carbon accumulation.


Explanation:

Loss of fungi in a forest can affect biogeochemical cycles in various ways:

  1. Nitrogen could no longer be fixed into organic molecules.
  2. Phosphorus stores would be released for use by other organisms.
  3. Sulfur release from eroding rocks would cease.
  4. Carbon would accumulate in dead organic matter and waste.

This disruption in the ecosystem can have significant impacts on nutrient cycling and overall ecosystem health.


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