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Biological Weathering Biological weathering is the breakdown of rocks and minerals by living organisms. It is a type of Physical Weathering that is caused by the activities of plants, animals, and microorganisms. The following are the subtopics of biological weathering: Root action Burrowing animals Lichens Bacteria Fungi Algae Biological weathering is the breakdown of rocks … Read more
The nitrogen cycle is a biogeochemical cycle that involves the transformation of nitrogen among various chemical forms. The main reservoir of nitrogen is in the AtmosphereAtmosphere, where it exists as molecular nitrogen (N2). Nitrogen is also found in SoilSoil and water, and in the bodies of plants and animals. Here are the subtopics of the … Read more
Biogeochemical Cycles: Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Biogeochemical Cycles: Carbon cycle Nitrogen cycle Phosphorus cycle Sulfur cycle Water cycle Oxygen cycle Rock Cycle Sedimentary cycle Hydrologic cycle Carbonate cycle Nitrogen fixation Nitrification Denitrification Ammonification Mineralization Immobilization Leaching Uptake Transpiration EvaporationEvaporation PrecipitationPrecipitation Runoff Infiltration Percolation Groundwater Surface water Oceans AtmosphereAtmosphere Biosphere … Read more